ZIP Code 28017, North Carolina
ZIP Code 28017 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 28017 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Cleveland County, North Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 663. The land area covers 0.17 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 663 | ±100 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 20 yrs | ±0.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 0 | ±14 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 0 | ±14 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 0 | ±14 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 0 | ±14 |
| Median Home Value | Suppressed | — |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | Suppressed | — |
| Per Capita Income | $6,487 | ±$11,508 |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 0 | ±14 |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 0 | ±14 |
| Unemployment Rate | 18.5% | ±22.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 119 | ±58 |
| Broadband Internet Subscriptions | 0 | ±14 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 102,194 (2024)
ID: 194939
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PLANNING DIRECTOR
PO BOX 1210, SHELBY NC 28151-1210
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Gaffney, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Kings Mountain, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Blacksburg, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Blacksburg, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Blacksburg, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Blacksburg, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Shelby, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Lawndale, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Lawndale, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Chesnee, SC |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Gardner-Webb University
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College | 0.1 mi away | Main St, Boiling Springs, NC, 28017-0997 |
7044062361
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HAYNES PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.2 mi away | 2669 HWY 221A, MOORESBORO, NC, 28114 |
(828) 288-4039
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Cleveland Community College
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College | 10.3 mi away | 137 S Post Rd, Shelby, NC, 28152-6224 |
7046694081
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CLEVELAND COUNTY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 7.2 mi away | 104 HOWIE DR, SHELBY, NC, 28150 |
(704) 487-9069
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Limestone University
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College | 13.2 mi away | 1115 College Drive, Gaffney, SC, 29340-3799 |
86448971510
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BLACKSBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.4 mi away | 201 SOUTH RUTHERFORD STREET, BLACKSBURG, SC, 29702 |
(864) 839-2630
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Isothermal Community College
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College | 15.0 mi away | 286 ICC Loop Road, Spindale, NC, 28160-0804 |
8282863636
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CHEROKEE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.6 mi away | 300 E. RUTLEDGE AVENUE, GAFFNEY, SC, 29340 |
(864) 487-2711
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Sherman College of Chiropractic
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College | 24.0 mi away | 2020 Springfield Rd, Boiling Springs, SC, 29316 |
8645788770
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CHEROKEE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 12.6 mi away | 300 E. RUTLEDGE AVENUE, GAFFNEY, SC, 29340 |
(864) 487-2711
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at SHELBY 2 NW, NC US, located 7.2 miles from ZCTA5 28017. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52.6° | 26.9° | 39.8° | 4.31" | 1.8" |
| February | 56.5° | 29.5° | 43.0° | 3.36" | 0.6" |
| March | 64.1° | 36.0° | 50.1° | 4.68" | 0.7" |
| April | 73.1° | 44.5° | 58.8° | 4.27" | 0.0" |
| May | 80.1° | 54.0° | 67.1° | 4.30" | 0.0" |
| June | 87.1° | 62.1° | 74.6° | 4.47" | 0.0" |
| July | 90.6° | 65.9° | 78.3° | 4.41" | 0.0" |
| August | 88.9° | 64.8° | 76.8° | 4.49" | 0.0" |
| September | 83.3° | 58.1° | 70.7° | 3.98" | 0.0" |
| October | 73.9° | 45.1° | 59.5° | 3.72" | 0.0" |
| November | 63.6° | 34.6° | 49.1° | 3.98" | 0.1" |
| December | 55.1° | 29.4° | 42.2° | 4.43" | 0.8" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boiling Springs town | Town | 0.5 mi | — |
| Mooresboro town | Town | 3.9 mi | — |
| Lattimore town | Town | 4.8 mi | — |
| Cliffside CDP | CDP | 5.3 mi | — |
| Caroleen CDP | CDP | 7.2 mi | — |
| Henrietta CDP | CDP | 7.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 28017. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.