| ZIP Code | 28079 |
|---|---|
| City | Indian Trail |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Union County |
| Area Code | 704/980 |
| Elevation | 604 ft |
| Latitude | 35.114666 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -80.600597 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37179 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.94 |
| Below Poverty | 6.4% ▼ 36% below avg |
| College Grads | 51.9% ▲ 34% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.8% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 390 (1.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,853 (23.2%) |
| Some College | 2,600 (10.3%) |
| Associates | 3,301 (13.1%) |
| Bachelors | 2,614 (10.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,500 (41.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $97,602 ▲ 28% above avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $352,000 ▲ 26% above avg ↑ 60% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,895/mo ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 14,354 |
| Vacant Units | 506 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.94 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 14,354 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 506 |
| Owner Occupied | 80.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 19.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.94 |
ZIP code 28079 is located in Indian Trail, North Carolina, within Union County. With a population of 40,820, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.5 years. Economically, 28079 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $97,602 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 28079 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $352,000 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,895 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 80.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 60% since 2019.
The population of 28079 is primarily White (73.39%). Residents are well-educated — 51.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.4%. Household income has grown by 19% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 28079 stands at 4.8%, which is near the national average. About 17% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 28079 in Indian Trail, NC is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 40,820 residents, a median household income of $97,602, and a median home value of $352,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.