ZIP Code 28144, North Carolina
ZIP Code 28144 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 28144 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Rowan County, North Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 27,977. The land area covers 30.07 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 27,977 | ±1,657 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 38.9 yrs | ±2.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 11,270 | ±665 | 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 | 12,859 | ±632 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 11,270 | ±665 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,589 | ±376 |
| Median Home Value | $226,700 | ±$25,241 |
| Median Gross Rent | $972 | ±$65 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $52,568 | ±$4,819 |
| Per Capita Income | $32,424 | ±$3,213 |
| Poverty Rate | 26.6% | ±4.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 6,902 | ±1,355 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.9% | ±2.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 11,101 | ±991 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.7% | ±7.2% |
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: 153,384 (2024)
ID: 171112
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
130 W INNES ST, SALISBURY NC 28144-4345
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | China Grove, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | China Grove, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Lexington, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Lexington, NC | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 03-12 | Mocksville, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 01-05 | Lexington, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | China Grove, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | China Grove, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Lexington, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Cooleemee, NC |
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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Catawba College
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College | 2.1 mi away | 2300 W Innes St, Salisbury, NC, 28144 |
8002282922
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ROWAN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.4 mi away | 201 W FISHER ST, SALISBURY, NC, 28144 |
(704) 216-8228
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Livingstone College
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College | 3.4 mi away | 701 W Monroe St, Salisbury, NC, 28144 |
7042166000
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ROWAN PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 3.4 mi away | 201 W FISHER ST, SALISBURY, NC, 28144 |
(704) 216-8269
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Hood Theological Seminary
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College | 5.1 mi away | 1810 Lutheran Synod Drive, Salisbury, NC, 28144 |
7046367611
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WEST DAVIDSON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.0 mi away | 246 TYRO SCHOOL RD, LEXINGTON, NC, 27295 |
(336) 853-4800
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Rowan-Cabarrus Community College
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College | 5.4 mi away | 1333 Jake Alexander Blvd, South, Salisbury, NC, 28146 |
7042167222
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COOLEEMEE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 8.5 mi away | 7796 HWY 801 S, COOLEEMEE, NC, 27014 |
(336) 753-6049
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Davidson-Davie Community College
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College | 18.7 mi away | 297 DCC Road, Thomasville, NC, 27360-7385 |
3362498186
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EAST BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 11.7 mi away | 110 BROAD ST, ROCKWELL, NC, 28138 |
(704) 216-7838
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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 SALISBURY, NC US, located 2.6 miles from ZCTA5 28144. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50.2° | 29.0° | 39.6° | 3.46" | 1.4" |
| February | 54.2° | 31.8° | 43.0° | 2.97" | 0.1" |
| March | 62.0° | 38.2° | 50.1° | 4.09" | 0.1" |
| April | 71.6° | 47.6° | 59.6° | 3.69" | 0.0" |
| May | 78.3° | 56.3° | 67.3° | 3.43" | 0.0" |
| June | 85.2° | 64.8° | 75.0° | 4.28" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.2° | 68.6° | 78.4° | 4.59" | 0.0" |
| August | 86.4° | 67.3° | 76.9° | 3.74" | 0.0" |
| September | 80.5° | 60.5° | 70.5° | 3.83" | 0.0" |
| October | 71.6° | 48.1° | 59.8° | 2.97" | 0.0" |
| November | 60.8° | 37.3° | 49.0° | 3.13" | 0.0" |
| December | 52.9° | 31.5° | 42.2° | 3.50" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spencer town | Town | 2.4 mi | — |
| East Spencer town | Town | 3.2 mi | — |
| Salisbury city | City | 3.9 mi | — |
| Granite Quarry town | Town | 7.1 mi | — |
| Tyro CDP | CDP | 7.4 mi | — |
| Cooleemee town | Town | 8.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 28144. • 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.