| ZIP Code | 28532 |
|---|---|
| City | Havelock |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Craven County |
| Area Code | 252 |
| Elevation | 3 ft |
| Latitude | 34.905022 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -76.886672 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37049 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 30.5 yrs ↑ 13% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.63 |
| Below Poverty | 14.7% ▲ 47% above avg |
| College Grads | 34.5% ▼ 11% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.2% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 182 (1.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,088 (27.4%) |
| Some College | 1,487 (13.2%) |
| Associates | 2,633 (23.3%) |
| Bachelors | 1,714 (15.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,185 (19.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,772 ▼ 14% below avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $193,200 ▼ 31% below avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,270/mo ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,677 |
| Vacant Units | 1,231 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.63 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,677 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,231 |
| Owner Occupied | 55.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 44.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.63 |
ZIP code 28532 is located in Havelock, North Carolina, within Craven County. With a population of 19,918, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 30.5 years. Economically, 28532 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $65,772 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 28532 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $193,200 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,270 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (55.1%) and renters (44.9%). Median home values have increased by 37% since 2019.
The population of 28532 is majority White (57.96%). Residents are moderately educated — 34.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 14.7%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 28532 stands at 5.2%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 81%.
Overall, ZIP code 28532 in Havelock, NC is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 19,918 residents, a median household income of $65,772, and a median home value of $193,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.