| ZIP Code | 28460 |
|---|---|
| City | Sneads Ferry |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Onslow County |
| Area Code | 472/910 |
| Elevation | 11 ft |
| Latitude | 34.52332 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -77.417074 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37133 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 30.9 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.38 |
| Below Poverty | 8.5% ▼ 15% below avg |
| College Grads | 48.7% ▲ 26% above avg |
| Unemployment | 0.5% ▼ 90% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 2,171 (24.1%) |
| Some College | 844 (9.4%) |
| Associates | 1,609 (17.8%) |
| Bachelors | 930 (10.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,467 (38.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $86,180 ▲ 13% above avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $310,000 ▲ 11% above avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,544/mo ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,134 |
| Vacant Units | 3,492 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.38 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,134 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 3,492 |
| Owner Occupied | 74.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 25.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.38 |
ZIP code 28460 is located in Sneads Ferry, North Carolina, within Onslow County. With a population of 13,405, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 30.9 years. Economically, 28460 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $86,180 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 28460 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $310,000 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,544 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 74.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 42% since 2019.
The population of 28460 is primarily White (78.90%). Residents are well-educated — 48.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.5%. Household income has grown by 37% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 28460 stands at 0.5%, which is well below the national average. About 16% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 28460 in Sneads Ferry, NC is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 13,405 residents, a median household income of $86,180, and a median home value of $310,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.