| ZIP Code | 28673 |
|---|---|
| City | Sherrills Ford |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Catawba County |
| Area Code | 828 |
| Elevation | 817 ft |
| Latitude | 35.617717 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -80.998758 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37035 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 54.1 yrs ↑ 13% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.20 |
| Below Poverty | 3.3% ▼ 67% below avg |
| College Grads | 57.2% ▲ 48% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.9% ▼ 21% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 54 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 900 (19.1%) |
| Some College | 341 (7.2%) |
| Associates | 725 (15.4%) |
| Bachelors | 697 (14.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,997 (42.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $99,036 ▲ 30% above avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $447,200 ▲ 60% above avg ↑ 47% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,157/mo ↓ 3% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,380 |
| Vacant Units | 502 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.20 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,380 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 502 |
| Owner Occupied | 88.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 11.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.20 |
ZIP code 28673 is located in Sherrills Ford, North Carolina, within Catawba County. With a population of 6,339, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 54.1 years. Economically, 28673 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $99,036 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 28673 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $447,200 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,157 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 88.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 47% since 2019.
The population of 28673 is primarily White (95.13%). Residents are well-educated — 57.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.3%. Household income has grown by 22% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 28673 stands at 3.9%, which is below the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 83%.
Overall, ZIP code 28673 in Sherrills Ford, NC is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 6,339 residents, a median household income of $99,036, and a median home value of $447,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.