| ZIP Code | 28453 |
|---|---|
| City | Magnolia |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Duplin County |
| Area Code | 472/910 |
| Elevation | 127 ft |
| Latitude | 34.866406 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -78.076448 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37061 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 32.9 yrs ↓ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.62 |
| Below Poverty | 17.8% ▲ 78% above avg |
| College Grads | 39.0% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.3% ▲ 9% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 73 (5.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 403 (27.9%) |
| Some College | 143 (9.9%) |
| Associates | 262 (18.1%) |
| Bachelors | 94 (6.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 469 (32.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $50,451 ▼ 34% below avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $108,900 ▼ 61% below avg ↑ 61% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $676/mo ↑ 15% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,379 |
| Vacant Units | 212 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.62 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,379 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 212 |
| Owner Occupied | 71.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 28.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.62 |
ZIP code 28453 is located in Magnolia, North Carolina, within Duplin County. With a population of 3,065, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 32.9 years. Economically, 28453 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $50,451 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 28453 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $108,900 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $676 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 71.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 61% since 2019.
The population of 28453 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 37.3%. Residents are moderately educated — 39.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 17.8%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 28453 stands at 5.3%, which is near the national average. About 17% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 28453 in Magnolia, NC is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 3,065 residents, a median household income of $50,451, and a median home value of $108,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.