| ZIP Code | 28739 |
|---|---|
| City | Hendersonville |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Henderson County |
| Area Code | 828 |
| Elevation | 2,542 ft |
| Latitude | 35.273876 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.528602 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37089 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 54.0 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.20 |
| Below Poverty | 13.4% ▲ 34% above avg |
| College Grads | 54.7% ▲ 41% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.8% ▼ 43% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 61 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,917 (19.3%) |
| Some College | 1,661 (11%) |
| Associates | 2,220 (14.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,475 (9.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,792 (44.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $70,464 ▼ 8% below avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $358,800 ▲ 29% above avg ↑ 45% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $995/mo ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,083 |
| Vacant Units | 1,785 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.20 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,083 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,785 |
| Owner Occupied | 78.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 21.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.20 |
ZIP code 28739 is located in Hendersonville, North Carolina, within Henderson County. With a population of 20,656, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 54 years. Economically, 28739 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $70,464 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 28739 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $358,800 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $995 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 78.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 45% since 2019.
The population of 28739 is primarily White (86.05%). Residents are well-educated — 54.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.4%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 28739 stands at 2.8%, which is below the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 28739 in Hendersonville, NC is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 20,656 residents, a median household income of $70,464, and a median home value of $358,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.