ZIP Code 28343, North Carolina
ZIP Code 28343 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 28343 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Scotland County, North Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,574. The land area covers 15.54 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,574 | ±299 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 29.6 yrs | ±4.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 593 | ±95 | 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 | 657 | ±100 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 593 | ±95 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 64 | ±33 |
| Median Home Value | $80,700 | ±$30,052 |
| Median Gross Rent | $765 | ±$23 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $29,306 | ±$6,964 |
| Per Capita Income | $16,803 | ±$2,557 |
| Poverty Rate | 33.2% | ±9.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 523 | ±182 |
| Unemployment Rate | 14.1% | ±6.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 613 | ±155 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.4% | ±3.2% |
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: 33,898 (2024)
ID: 171114
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
PO BOX 489, 507 WEST COVINGTON ST, LAURINBURG NC 28352
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | Rockingham, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-05 | Bennettsville, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | Bennettsville, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Laurel Hill, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Clio, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Cordova, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Rockingham, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Hamlet, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Hamlet, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Rockingham, 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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St. Andrews University
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College | 5.0 mi away | 1700 Dogwood Mile, Laurinburg, NC, 28352 |
9102775555
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SCOTLAND COUNTY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 5.8 mi away | 312 W CHURCH ST, LAURINBURG, NC, 28352 |
(910) 276-0563
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Richmond Community College
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College | 13.1 mi away | 1042 W Hamlet Ave, Hamlet, NC, 28345-1189 |
9104101700
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SCOTLAND COUNTY MEMORIAL LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 5.8 mi away | 312 W CHURCH ST, LAURINBURG, NC, 28352 |
(910) 276-0563
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University of North Carolina at Pembroke
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College | 21.2 mi away | One University Drive, Pembroke, NC, 28372-1510 |
9105216000
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HAMLET PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.9 mi away | 302 MAIN ST, HAMLET, NC, 28345 |
(910) 582-3477
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Northeastern Technical College
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College | 21.7 mi away | 1201 Chesterfield Hwy., Cheraw, SC, 29520 |
8439216900
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MARLBORO COUNTY LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 11.9 mi away | 203 FAYETTEVILLE AVENUE, BENNETTSVILLE, SC, 29512 |
(843) 479-5630
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MARLBORO COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM
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Library | 11.9 mi away | 203 FAYETTEVILLE AVENUE, BENNETTSVILLE, SC, 29512 |
(843) 479-5630
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GILBERT PATTERSON MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.3 mi away | 210 N FLORENCE ST, MAXTON, NC, 28364 |
(910) 844-3884
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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 MCCOLL 3 NNW, SC US, located 3.6 miles from ZCTA5 28343. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55.3° | 34.3° | 44.8° | 3.37" | — |
| February | 59.6° | 36.8° | 48.2° | 3.20" | — |
| March | 67.2° | 42.6° | 54.9° | 3.03" | — |
| April | 76.3° | 51.0° | 63.6° | 2.91" | — |
| May | 82.9° | 59.1° | 71.0° | 3.01" | — |
| June | 88.8° | 67.4° | 78.1° | 4.39" | — |
| July | 91.5° | 70.8° | 81.2° | 4.15" | — |
| August | 89.6° | 69.4° | 79.5° | 3.74" | — |
| September | 84.1° | 64.0° | 74.0° | 4.71" | — |
| October | 75.3° | 52.5° | 63.9° | 2.73" | — |
| November | 65.5° | 42.4° | 54.0° | 3.24" | — |
| December | 57.6° | 36.5° | 47.1° | 3.24" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gibson town | Town | 2.4 mi | — |
| Laurel Hill CDP | CDP | 3.8 mi | — |
| Old Hundred CDP | CDP | 4.9 mi | — |
| Laurinburg city | City | 5.0 mi | — |
| Scotch Meadows CDP | CDP | 5.4 mi | — |
| McColl town | Town | 6.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 28343. • 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.