| ZIP Code | 28759 |
|---|---|
| City | Mills River |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Buncombe County |
| Area Code | 828 |
| Elevation | 2,256 ft |
| Latitude | 35.38135 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.588899 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37089 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.55 |
| Below Poverty | 2.7% ▼ 73% below avg |
| College Grads | 57.9% ▲ 49% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.0% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 87 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 997 (19.2%) |
| Some College | 474 (9.1%) |
| Associates | 629 (12.1%) |
| Bachelors | 745 (14.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,256 (43.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $88,984 ▲ 17% above avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $364,900 ▲ 31% above avg ↑ 44% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,611/mo ↑ 69% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,300 |
| Vacant Units | 336 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.55 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,300 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 336 |
| Owner Occupied | 86.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 13.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.55 |
ZIP code 28759 is located in Mills River, North Carolina, within Buncombe County. With a population of 7,564, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 46.8 years. Economically, 28759 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $88,984 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 28759 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $364,900 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,611 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 86.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 44% since 2019.
The population of 28759 is primarily White (83.94%). Residents are well-educated — 57.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.7%. Household income has grown by 34% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 28759 stands at 5.0%, which is near the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 28759 in Mills River, NC is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 7,564 residents, a median household income of $88,984, and a median home value of $364,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.