| ZIP Code | 28442 |
|---|---|
| City | Hallsboro |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Columbus County |
| Area Code | 472/910 |
| Elevation | 54 ft |
| Latitude | 34.310175 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -78.601091 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37047 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 53.0 yrs ↓ 13% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.37 |
| Below Poverty | 16.8% ▲ 68% above avg |
| College Grads | 30.7% ▼ 21% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.2% ▲ 47% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 6 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 324 (39.8%) |
| Some College | 151 (18.5%) |
| Associates | 84 (10.3%) |
| Bachelors | 70 (8.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 180 (22.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $58,141 ▼ 24% below avg ↑ 46% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $109,300 ▼ 61% below avg ↓ 4% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 683 |
| Vacant Units | 212 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.37 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 683 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 212 |
| Owner Occupied | 96.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 4.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.37 |
ZIP code 28442 is located in Hallsboro, North Carolina, within Columbus County. With a population of 1,134, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 53 years. Economically, 28442 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $58,141 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 28442 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $109,300 is well below the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 96.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have decreased by 4% since 2019.
The population of 28442 is primarily White (79.81%). Residents are moderately educated — 30.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 16.8%. Household income has grown by 46% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 28442 stands at 7.2%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 92%.
Overall, ZIP code 28442 in Hallsboro, NC is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,134 residents, a median household income of $58,141, and a median home value of $109,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.