| ZIP Code | 28469 |
|---|---|
| City | Ocean Isle Beach |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Brunswick County |
| Area Code | 472/910 |
| Elevation | 48 ft |
| Latitude | 33.93383 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -78.473218 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37019 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 62.1 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.14 |
| Below Poverty | 5.7% ▼ 44% below avg |
| College Grads | 49.8% ▲ 29% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.9% ▼ 40% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 53 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,698 (22.3%) |
| Some College | 1,026 (13.5%) |
| Associates | 1,051 (13.8%) |
| Bachelors | 744 (9.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,056 (40.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $87,285 ▲ 14% above avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $413,200 ▲ 48% above avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $948/mo ↑ 2% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,730 |
| Vacant Units | 4,346 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.14 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,730 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 4,346 |
| Owner Occupied | 86.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 13.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.14 |
ZIP code 28469 is located in Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina, within Brunswick County. With a population of 9,364, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 62.1 years. Economically, 28469 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $87,285 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 28469 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $413,200 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $948 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 86.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 27% since 2019.
The population of 28469 is primarily White (91.69%). Residents are well-educated — 49.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.7%. Household income has grown by 24% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 28469 stands at 2.9%, which is below the national average. About 17% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 79%.
Overall, ZIP code 28469 in Ocean Isle Beach, NC is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 9,364 residents, a median household income of $87,285, and a median home value of $413,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.