ZIP Code 28387, North Carolina
ZIP Code 28387 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 28387 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Moore County, North Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 16,059. The land area covers 29.49 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16,059 | ±892 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 39.3 yrs | ±1.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 7,670 | ±541 | 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 | 8,713 | ±564 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 7,670 | ±541 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,043 | ±335 |
| Median Home Value | $410,800 | ±$28,311 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,213 | ±$145 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $74,830 | ±$11,405 |
| Per Capita Income | $50,430 | ±$4,885 |
| Poverty Rate | 10.5% | ±3.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,640 | ±536 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.4% | ±2.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 6,296 | ±600 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.7% | ±2.1% |
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: 108,417 (2024)
ID: 208936
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
PO BOX 905, CARTHAGE NC 28327-0905
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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 | Aberdeen, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Cameron, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Carthage, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | West End, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Carthage, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Raeford, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Raeford, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Sanford, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Raeford, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Raeford, 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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Sandhills Community College
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College | 3.2 mi away | 3395 Airport Rd, Pinehurst, NC, 28374 |
9106926185
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SOUTHERN PINES PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.9 mi away | 170 W CONNECTICUT AVE, SOUTHERN PINES, NC, 28387 |
(910) 692-8235
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Central Carolina Community College
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College | 24.0 mi away | 1105 Kelly Dr, Sanford, NC, 27330-9840 |
9197755401
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PAGE MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 4.5 mi away | 100 S POPLAR ST, ABERDEEN, NC, 28315 |
(910) 944-1200
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Paul Mitchell the School-Fayetteville
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College Vocational | 24.8 mi away | 505A Cross Creek Mall, Fayetteville, NC, 28303-5364 |
9104856310
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GIVEN MEMORIAL LIBRARY & TUFTS ARCHIVE
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Library | 5.3 mi away | 150 CHEROKEE ROAD, PINEHURST, NC, 28374 |
(910) 295-6022
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Manna University
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College | 24.9 mi away | 5117 Cliffdale Road, Fayetteville, NC, 28314-2343 |
9102212224
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PINEBLUFF PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.2 mi away | 305 E BALTIMORE AVE, PINEBLUFF, NC, 28373 |
(910) 281-3004
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VASS AREA LIBRARY
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Library | 7.4 mi away | 128 SEABOARD ST, VASS, NC, 28394 |
(910) 245-2200
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MOORE COUNTY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 11.6 mi away | 101 SAUNDERS ST, CARTHAGE, NC, 28327 |
(910) 947-5335
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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 CARTHAGE WTP, NC US, located 10.6 miles from ZCTA5 28387. 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° | 30.6° | 41.6° | 3.93" | 0.7" |
| February | 55.7° | 32.3° | 44.0° | 3.09" | 0.3" |
| March | 65.2° | 40.0° | 52.6° | 4.12" | 0.2" |
| April | 73.2° | 46.8° | 60.0° | 3.32" | 0.0" |
| May | 80.4° | 56.5° | 68.5° | 2.95" | 0.0" |
| June | 86.7° | 65.3° | 76.0° | 4.50" | 0.0" |
| July | 90.3° | 69.1° | 79.7° | 4.72" | 0.0" |
| August | 87.8° | 67.3° | 77.6° | 4.86" | 0.0" |
| September | 83.3° | 60.9° | 72.1° | 5.67" | 0.0" |
| October | 73.0° | 49.1° | 61.1° | 3.38" | 0.0" |
| November | 64.0° | 38.7° | 51.4° | 3.61" | 0.0" |
| December | 55.2° | 33.1° | 44.2° | 3.66" | 0.1" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Pines town | Town | 1.8 mi | — |
| Aberdeen town | Town | 4.6 mi | — |
| Whispering Pines village | Village | 4.7 mi | — |
| Pinehurst village | Village | 5.4 mi | — |
| Ashley Heights CDP | CDP | 6.3 mi | — |
| Taylortown town | Town | 7.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 28387. • 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.