| ZIP Code | 28387 |
|---|---|
| City | Southern Pines |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Moore County |
| Area Code | 472/910 |
| Elevation | 548 ft |
| Latitude | 35.180486 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -79.375695 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37125 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.4 yrs ↓ 11% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.00 |
| Below Poverty | 11.4% ▲ 14% above avg |
| College Grads | 64.4% ▲ 66% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.8% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 168 (1.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,786 (16.4%) |
| Some College | 857 (7.9%) |
| Associates | 1,073 (9.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,171 (10.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,860 (53.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $73,587 ≈ Avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $366,600 ▲ 31% above avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,137/mo ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,731 |
| Vacant Units | 1,134 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.00 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,731 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,134 |
| Owner Occupied | 56.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 43.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.00 |
ZIP code 28387 is located in Southern Pines, North Carolina, within Moore County. With a population of 15,643, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.4 years. Economically, 28387 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $73,587 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 28387 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $366,600 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,137 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (56.8%) and renters (43.2%). Median home values have increased by 31% since 2019.
The population of 28387 is primarily White (73.62%). Residents are highly educated — 64.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.4%. Household income has grown by 24% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 28387 stands at 4.8%, which is near the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 79%.
Overall, ZIP code 28387 in Southern Pines, NC is characterized as solidly middle-class, highly educated, and a middle-aged community. With 15,643 residents, a median household income of $73,587, and a median home value of $366,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.