| ZIP Code | 28152 |
|---|---|
| City | Shelby |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Cleveland County |
| Area Code | 704/980 |
| Elevation | 706 ft |
| Latitude | 35.240769 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -81.591391 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37045 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.0 yrs ↓ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.76 |
| Below Poverty | 16.0% ▲ 60% above avg |
| College Grads | 39.9% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 6.1% ▲ 24% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 215 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,813 (31.2%) |
| Some College | 1,984 (12.9%) |
| Associates | 2,261 (14.7%) |
| Bachelors | 2,385 (15.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,768 (24.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $55,926 ▼ 27% below avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $188,200 ▼ 32% below avg ↑ 54% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $904/mo ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,134 |
| Vacant Units | 1,561 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.76 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,134 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,561 |
| Owner Occupied | 67.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 32.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.76 |
ZIP code 28152 is located in Shelby, North Carolina, within Cleveland County. With a population of 27,031, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35 years. Economically, 28152 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $55,926 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 28152 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $188,200 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $904 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 67.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 54% since 2019.
The population of 28152 is majority White (65.32%). Residents are moderately educated — 39.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 16.0%. Household income has grown by 28% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 28152 stands at 6.1%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 83%.
Overall, ZIP code 28152 in Shelby, NC is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 27,031 residents, a median household income of $55,926, and a median home value of $188,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.