| ZIP Code | 28352 |
|---|---|
| City | Laurinburg |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Scotland County |
| Area Code | 472/910 |
| Elevation | 212 ft |
| Latitude | 34.768395 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -79.453559 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37165 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.60 |
| Below Poverty | 26.0% ▲ 160% above avg |
| College Grads | 30.3% ▼ 22% below avg |
| Unemployment | 10.1% ▲ 107% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 143 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,462 (39.5%) |
| Some College | 1,567 (11.3%) |
| Associates | 2,457 (17.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,610 (11.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,584 (18.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $41,635 ▼ 45% below avg ↑ 15% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $112,300 ▼ 60% below avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $771/mo ↑ 13% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,803 |
| Vacant Units | 1,332 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.60 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,803 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,332 |
| Owner Occupied | 55.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 45.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.60 |
ZIP code 28352 is located in Laurinburg, North Carolina, within Scotland County. With a population of 24,177, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.6 years. Economically, 28352 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $41,635 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 28352 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $112,300 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $771 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (55.0%) and renters (45.0%). Median home values have increased by 24% since 2019.
The population of 28352 is racially diverse, with Black as the largest group at 41.5%. Residents are moderately educated — 30.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 26.0%. Household income has grown by 15% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 28352 stands at 10.1%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 28352 in Laurinburg, NC is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 24,177 residents, a median household income of $41,635, and a median home value of $112,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.