ZIP Code 28447, North Carolina
ZIP Code 28447 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 28447 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Bladen County / Pender County / Sampson County, North Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,507. The land area covers 100.33 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,507 | ±430 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 55.8 yrs | ±5.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 437 | ±117 | 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 | 511 | ±131 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 437 | ±117 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 74 | ±68 |
| Median Home Value | $241,300 | ±$82,887 |
| 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 | $77,134 | ±$10,067 |
| Per Capita Income | $38,131 | ±$12,414 |
| Poverty Rate | 13.1% | ±4.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 190 | ±87 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.3% | ±3.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 722 | ±261 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87.2% | ±9.4% |
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: 29,777 (2024)
ID: 131676
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY MANAGER
PO BOX 1048, ELIZABETHTOWN NC 28337-1048
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Education
Listing 8 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Riegelwood, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Elizabethtown, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Burgaw, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Willard, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Clinton, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Rose Hill, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Burgaw, NC | |
| 6 Nearby | 3-17 | HARRELLS, NC |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 8 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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MIRIAM B. LAMB MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 13.4 mi away | 144 S CHURCH AVE, GARLAND, NC, 28441 |
(910) 529-2441
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BLADEN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.5 mi away | 111 N CYPRESS ST, ELIZABETHTOWN, NC, 28337 |
(910) 862-6990
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BLADEN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 18.5 mi away | 111 N CYPRESS ST, ELIZABETHTOWN, NC, 28337 |
(910) 862-6990
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EAST COLUMBUS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 19.3 mi away | 103 CHURCH RD, RIEGELWOOD, NC, 28456 |
(910) 655-4157
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ROSE HILL LIBRARY
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Library | 20.5 mi away | 113 S WALNUT ST, ROSE HILL, NC, 28458 |
(910) 289-2490
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PENDER COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.7 mi away | 103 S COWAN ST, BURGAW, NC, 28425 |
(910) 259-1234
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CLARKTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.2 mi away | 10413 N COLLEGE ST, CLARKTON, NC, 28433 |
(910) 647-3661
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RUBE MCCRAY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 24.7 mi away | 301 FLEMING DR, LAKE WACCAMAW, NC, 28450 |
(910) 646-4616
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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 WILLARD 4 SW, NC US, located 13.6 miles from ZCTA5 28447. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55.7° | 31.8° | 43.8° | 3.94" | 0.1" |
| February | 59.2° | 34.6° | 46.9° | 3.18" | 0.4" |
| March | 66.4° | 39.9° | 53.1° | 3.70" | 0.0" |
| April | 74.9° | 47.5° | 61.2° | 3.97" | 0.0" |
| May | 80.7° | 56.4° | 68.5° | 4.01" | 0.0" |
| June | 86.6° | 64.6° | 75.6° | 5.44" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.7° | 68.6° | 78.6° | 6.29" | 0.0" |
| August | 87.4° | 67.3° | 77.3° | 7.12" | 0.0" |
| September | 82.4° | 62.0° | 72.2° | 6.93" | 0.0" |
| October | 74.3° | 50.7° | 62.5° | 4.27" | 0.0" |
| November | 65.3° | 40.4° | 52.8° | 3.41" | 0.0" |
| December | 57.8° | 35.4° | 46.6° | 3.59" | 0.3" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ivanhoe CDP | CDP | 2.8 mi | — |
| Atkinson town | Town | 8.8 mi | — |
| Harrells town | Town | 8.8 mi | — |
| Kelly CDP | CDP | 10.8 mi | — |
| White Lake town | Town | 12.1 mi | — |
| Garland town | Town | 13.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 28447. • 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.