| ZIP Code | 28461 |
|---|---|
| City | Southport |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Brunswick County |
| Area Code | 472/910 |
| Elevation | 26 ft |
| Latitude | 33.966618 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -78.057598 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37019 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 62.3 yrs ↑ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.14 |
| Below Poverty | 6.6% ▼ 34% below avg |
| College Grads | 51.6% ▲ 33% above avg |
| Unemployment | 8.1% ▲ 66% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 45 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,676 (19%) |
| Some College | 2,334 (12%) |
| Associates | 3,322 (17.1%) |
| Bachelors | 2,177 (11.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,825 (40.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $79,681 ≈ Avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $388,800 ▲ 39% above avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,356/mo ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 14,435 |
| Vacant Units | 3,668 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.14 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 14,435 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 3,668 |
| Owner Occupied | 84.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 15.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.14 |
ZIP code 28461 is located in Southport, North Carolina, within Brunswick County. With a population of 23,186, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 62.3 years. Economically, 28461 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $79,681 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 28461 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $388,800 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,356 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 84.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 37% since 2019.
The population of 28461 is primarily White (88.66%). Residents are well-educated — 51.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.6%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 28461 stands at 8.1%, which is significantly above the national average. About 19% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 66%.
Overall, ZIP code 28461 in Southport, NC is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 23,186 residents, a median household income of $79,681, and a median home value of $388,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.