| ZIP Code | 28351 |
|---|---|
| City | Laurel Hill |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Scotland County |
| Area Code | 472/910 |
| Elevation | 265 ft |
| Latitude | 34.848096 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -79.576652 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37165 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.7 yrs ↓ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.76 |
| Below Poverty | 27.7% ▲ 177% above avg |
| College Grads | 26.5% ▼ 32% below avg |
| Unemployment | 10.9% ▲ 123% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 59 (2.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,001 (36.2%) |
| Some College | 362 (13.1%) |
| Associates | 611 (22.1%) |
| Bachelors | 443 (16%) |
| Graduate Degree | 290 (10.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $46,218 ▼ 39% below avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $92,100 ▼ 67% below avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $818/mo ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,114 |
| Vacant Units | 376 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.76 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,114 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 376 |
| Owner Occupied | 69.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 30.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.76 |
ZIP code 28351 is located in Laurel Hill, North Carolina, within Scotland County. With a population of 4,792, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.7 years. Economically, 28351 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $46,218 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 28351 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $92,100 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $818 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 69.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 36% since 2019.
The population of 28351 is majority White (59.79%). Residents are moderately educated — 26.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 27.7%. Household income has grown by 26% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 28351 stands at 10.9%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 28351 in Laurel Hill, NC is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 4,792 residents, a median household income of $46,218, and a median home value of $92,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.