| ZIP Code | 28556 |
|---|---|
| City | Merritt |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Pamlico County |
| Area Code | 252 |
| Elevation | 7 ft |
| Latitude | 35.132807 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -76.637805 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37137 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 56.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.22 |
| Below Poverty | 3.3% ▼ 68% below avg |
| College Grads | 60.3% ▲ 56% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.9% ▼ 60% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 111 (15.5%) |
| Some College | 68 (9.5%) |
| Associates | 106 (14.8%) |
| Bachelors | 62 (8.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 371 (51.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,804 ▼ 14% below avg ↑ 15% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $340,000 ▲ 22% above avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 627 |
| Vacant Units | 212 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.22 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 627 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 212 |
| Owner Occupied | 78.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 21.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.22 |
ZIP code 28556 is located in Merritt, North Carolina, within Pamlico County. With a population of 923, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 56.5 years. Economically, 28556 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $65,804 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 28556 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $340,000 is above the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 78.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 28% since 2019.
The population of 28556 is primarily White (85.92%). Residents are highly educated — 60.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.3%. Household income has grown by 15% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 28556 stands at 1.9%, which is well below the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 85%.
Overall, ZIP code 28556 in Merritt, NC is characterized as solidly middle-class, highly educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 923 residents, a median household income of $65,804, and a median home value of $340,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.