US ZIP Code
28577

Sealevel, NC

Carteret County  ·  North Carolina

● Active
👥 338 Population ↑ 2% since 2019
💰 $88,250 Median HH Income
▲ 16% above avg ↑ 146% since 2019
🎂 58.1 Median Age ↓ 3% since 2019
🏠 $441,700 Median Home Value
▲ 58% above avg ↑ 139% since 2019
🎓 44.1% College Grads
▲ 14% above avg
📊 0.0% Unemployment
▼ 100% below avg
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code28577
CitySealevel
StateNorth Carolina (NC)
CountyCarteret County
Area Code252
Elevation13 ft
Latitude34.906777
Longitude-76.404402
TimezoneNew York (DST)
FIPS37031
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 41.4% (140) Female 58.6% (198) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 86.4%Hispanic: 3%Black: 9.2%Other: 1.5%Race
White86.4%
Hispanic3.0%
Black9.2%
Other1.5%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
4%
5–17
11%
18–24
1%
25–44
12%
45–64
47%
65+
9%

Key Indicators

Median Age58.1 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.19
Below Poverty8.0% ▼ 20% below avg
College Grads44.1% ▲ 14% above avg
Unemployment0.0% ▼ 100% below avg
HS Graduate70 (26.8%)
Some College51 (19.5%)
Associates25 (9.6%)
Bachelors27 (10.3%)
Graduate Degree88 (33.7%)

Education

HS Grad: 26.8%Some College: 19.5%Associates: 9.6%Bachelors: 10.3%Graduate: 33.7%Edu
HS Grad26.8%
Some College19.5%
Associates9.6%
Bachelors10.3%
Graduate33.7%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 58.7%Renter: 41.3%Tenure
Owner58.7%
Renter41.3%

Home Value Distribution

$50k–100k
9%
$150k–200k
8%
$200k–300k
25%
$300k–500k
19%
Over $500k
39%

Financials

Median HH Income$88,250 ▲ 16% above avg ↑ 146% since 2019
Median Home Value$441,700 ▲ 58% above avg ↑ 139% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio5.0x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$1,042/mo ↓ 70% since 2019
Total Units212
Vacant Units103
Avg HH Size2.19

Income Distribution

Under $25k
17%
$25k–50k
16%
$50k–75k
16%
$75k–100k
16%
$100k–150k
13%
Over $200k
23%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
89%
Work From Home
11%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
26%
15–30 min
15%
30–45 min
34%
Over 45 min
25%
Housing Stock

Year Built

1940s–1950s
7%
1960s–1970s
16%
1980s–1990s
23%
2000+
54%

Summary

Total Units212
Vacant103
Owner Occupied58.7%
Renter Occupied41.3%
Avg HH Size2.19
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 28577 is in Sealevel, NC, in Carteret County.
ZIP code 28577 is located in North Carolina (NC).
ZIP code 28577 is in Carteret County, NC.
ZIP 28577 observes the New York timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 28577 is 338 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 28577 is $88,250 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 28577 is $441,700 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 28577

ZIP code 28577 is located in Sealevel, North Carolina, within Carteret County. With a population of 338, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 58.1 years. Economically, 28577 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $88,250 is above the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 28577 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $441,700 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,042 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (58.7%) and renters (41.3%). Median home values have increased by 139% since 2019.

The population of 28577 is primarily White (86.39%). Residents are well-educated — 44.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.0%. Household income has grown by 146% since 2019.

As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 64%.

Overall, ZIP code 28577 in Sealevel, NC is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, and an older community. With 338 residents, a median household income of $88,250, and a median home value of $441,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.