Zip Code 28698
NC · Population: 2,582
About Zip Code 28698
Zip code 28698 is located in North Carolina and is home to approximately 2,582 residents. It receives an overall grade of B+ (score: 72/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.
Crime rates in this area are roughly in line with national averages.
The median household income here is $54,306, with home values near $195,600 and rents around $677/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.
Educational attainment is below the national average, with 19.7% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.
The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 0.8%.
Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.
Demographics & Economics
Score Breakdown
| Dimension | Score | Grade | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safety | 47 | C | Lower crime = higher score |
| Affordability | 68 | B | Lower cost relative to income = higher |
| Quality of Life | 83 | A | Education, commute, ownership |
| Jobs & Economy | 91 | A+ | Lower unemployment = higher |
| Overall | 72 | B+ | Weighted average |
Methodology
All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).