| ZIP Code | 28412 |
|---|---|
| City | Wilmington |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | New Hanover County |
| Area Code | 472/910 |
| Elevation | 3 ft |
| Latitude | 34.136589 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -77.920579 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37129 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.17 |
| Below Poverty | 11.2% ▲ 12% above avg |
| College Grads | 54.5% ▲ 41% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.3% ▼ 32% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 410 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,013 (17.3%) |
| Some College | 3,301 (11.4%) |
| Associates | 4,419 (15.3%) |
| Bachelors | 3,502 (12.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 12,254 (42.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $67,396 ▼ 12% below avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $342,600 ▲ 23% above avg ↑ 54% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,326/mo ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 20,704 |
| Vacant Units | 1,255 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.17 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 20,704 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,255 |
| Owner Occupied | 57.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 42.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.17 |
ZIP code 28412 is located in Wilmington, North Carolina, within New Hanover County. With a population of 42,452, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41 years. Economically, 28412 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $67,396 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 28412 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $342,600 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,326 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (57.7%) and renters (42.4%). Median home values have increased by 54% since 2019.
The population of 28412 is primarily White (76.87%). Residents are well-educated — 54.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.2%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 28412 stands at 3.3%, which is below the national average. About 18% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.
Overall, ZIP code 28412 in Wilmington, NC is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, and a middle-aged community. With 42,452 residents, a median household income of $67,396, and a median home value of $342,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.