NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 28790

NC · Population: 3,358

B+
71/100
85
A
Safety
86
A
Affordability
85
A
Quality of Life
28
F
Jobs
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About Zip Code 28790

Zip code 28790 is located in North Carolina and is home to approximately 3,358 residents. It receives an overall grade of B+ (score: 71/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

This area has significantly lower crime rates than most of the country, making it one of the safer places to live.

With a median household income of $95,352 and home values around $371,100, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 24.8% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 11.5% 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
$95,352
Home Value
$371,100
Rent
$1,233/mo
Median Age
48
College Educated
24.8%
Unemployment
11.5%
Owner-Occupied
91%
Rent Burden
15.5% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety85ALower crime = higher score
Affordability86ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life85AEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy28FLower unemployment = higher
Overall71B+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).