| ZIP Code | 28715 |
|---|---|
| City | Candler |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Buncombe County |
| Area Code | 828 |
| Elevation | 2,363 ft |
| Latitude | 35.511966 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.711701 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37021 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.7 yrs ↓ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.80 |
| Below Poverty | 11.7% ▲ 17% above avg |
| College Grads | 42.8% ▲ 11% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.6% ▼ 48% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 109 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,768 (30.1%) |
| Some College | 2,926 (15.3%) |
| Associates | 2,163 (11.3%) |
| Bachelors | 2,025 (10.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,187 (32.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $70,950 ≈ Avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $291,900 ≈ Avg ↑ 38% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,208/mo ↑ 54% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,519 |
| Vacant Units | 2,322 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.80 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,519 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,322 |
| Owner Occupied | 71.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 28.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.80 |
ZIP code 28715 is located in Candler, North Carolina, within Buncombe County. With a population of 28,770, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.7 years. Economically, 28715 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $70,950 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 28715 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $291,900 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,208 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 71.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 38% since 2019.
The population of 28715 is primarily White (86.98%). Residents are well-educated — 42.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.7%. Household income has grown by 31% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 28715 stands at 2.6%, which is below the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 81%.
Overall, ZIP code 28715 in Candler, NC is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 28,770 residents, a median household income of $70,950, and a median home value of $291,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.