| ZIP Code | 28451 |
|---|---|
| City | Leland |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Brunswick County |
| Area Code | 472/910 |
| Elevation | 59 ft |
| Latitude | 34.236096 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -78.119072 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37019 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.8 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.42 |
| Below Poverty | 9.4% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 49.1% ▲ 27% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.5% ▲ 12% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 349 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,539 (24.3%) |
| Some College | 3,643 (11.7%) |
| Associates | 4,283 (13.8%) |
| Bachelors | 4,274 (13.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,966 (35.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $77,380 ≈ Avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $315,300 ▲ 13% above avg ↑ 70% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,465/mo ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 19,672 |
| Vacant Units | 1,390 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 19,672 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,390 |
| Owner Occupied | 82.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 17.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
ZIP code 28451 is located in Leland, North Carolina, within Brunswick County. With a population of 44,262, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 43.8 years. Economically, 28451 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $77,380 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 28451 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $315,300 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,465 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 82.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 70% since 2019.
The population of 28451 is primarily White (71.33%). Residents are well-educated — 49.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.4%. Household income has grown by 33% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 28451 stands at 5.5%, which is near the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 28451 in Leland, NC is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 44,262 residents, a median household income of $77,380, and a median home value of $315,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.