NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 28747

NC · Population: 2,269

B
65/100
51
C+
Safety
70
B+
Affordability
86
A
Quality of Life
54
C+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 28747

Zip code 28747 is located in North Carolina and is home to approximately 2,269 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 65/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates in this area are roughly in line with national averages.

With a median household income of $58,400 and home values around $226,400, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

About 31.6% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

The unemployment rate of 6.1% is above the national average, indicating a weaker local job market.

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

Median Income
$58,400
Home Value
$226,400
Rent
$768/mo
Median Age
40
College Educated
31.6%
Unemployment
6.1%
Owner-Occupied
89.6%
Rent Burden
15.8% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety51C+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability70B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life86AEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy54C+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall65BWeighted 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).