| ZIP Code | 28711 |
|---|---|
| City | Black Mountain |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Buncombe County |
| Area Code | 828 |
| Elevation | 3,269 ft |
| Latitude | 35.600604 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.269687 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37021 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 57.8 yrs ↑ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.23 |
| Below Poverty | 8.5% ▼ 15% below avg |
| College Grads | 63.5% ▲ 64% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.0% ▼ 39% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 127 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,613 (16.9%) |
| Some College | 825 (8.7%) |
| Associates | 909 (9.6%) |
| Bachelors | 762 (8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,281 (55.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $69,177 ▼ 9% below avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $358,400 ▲ 29% above avg ↑ 49% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,319/mo ↑ 62% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,563 |
| Vacant Units | 2,281 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.23 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,563 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,281 |
| Owner Occupied | 70.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 29.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.23 |
ZIP code 28711 is located in Black Mountain, North Carolina, within Buncombe County. With a population of 12,579, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 57.8 years. Economically, 28711 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $69,177 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 28711 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $358,400 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,319 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 70.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 49% since 2019.
The population of 28711 is primarily White (90.09%). Residents are highly educated — 63.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.5%. Household income has grown by 42% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 28711 stands at 3.0%, which is below the national average. About 18% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 72%.
Overall, ZIP code 28711 in Black Mountain, NC is characterized as solidly middle-class, highly educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 12,579 residents, a median household income of $69,177, and a median home value of $358,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.