ZIP Code 28479, North Carolina
ZIP Code 28479 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 28479 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Brunswick County, North Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 6,581. The land area covers 92.72 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,581 | ±982 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 40.2 yrs | ±5.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,624 | ±370 | 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 | 2,800 | ±389 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,624 | ±370 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 176 | ±150 |
| Median Home Value | $327,000 | ±$30,487 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,386 | ±$200 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $80,391 | ±$14,986 |
| Per Capita Income | $46,201 | ±$10,388 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.1% | ±5.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 329 | ±340 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.5% | ±3.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,024 | ±537 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.7% | ±5% |
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: 167,112 (2024)
ID: 194502
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
30 GOVERNMENT CENTER DR SE, BOLIVIA NC 28422-7987
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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 | Wilmington, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-11 | Wilmington, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Leland, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Bolivia, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Wilmington, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-13 | Bolivia, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Wilmington, NC | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | Wilmington, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Carolina Beach, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Supply, 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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College of Wilmington
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College Vocational | 10.1 mi away | 3500 Oleander Drive Suite 1111, Wilmington, NC, 28403 |
5133252741
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PLEASURE ISLAND LIBRARY
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Library | 7.4 mi away | 1401 N. LAKE PARK BLVD. STE 72, CAROLINA BEACH, NC, 28428 |
(910) 798-6380
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Cape Fear Community College
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College | 10.4 mi away | 411 North Front Street, Wilmington, NC, 28401-3910 |
9103627000
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PINE VALLEY LIBRARY
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Library | 8.8 mi away | 3802 SOUTH COLLEGE ROAD, WILMINGTON, NC, 28412 |
(910) 798-6390
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University of North Carolina Wilmington
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College | 11.8 mi away | 601 South College Road, Wilmington, NC, 28403-5963 |
9109623000
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LELAND BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 9.6 mi away | 487 VILLAGE RD, LELAND, NC, 28451 |
(910) 371-9442
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Miller-Motte College-Wilmington
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College | 12.5 mi away | 5000 Market Street, Wilmington, NC, 28405 |
9103924660
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MAIN LIBRARY
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Library | 10.3 mi away | 201 CHESTNUT ST, WILMINGTON, NC, 28401 |
(910) 798-6300
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Brunswick Community College
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College | 12.9 mi away | 50 College Rd, Bolivia, NC, 28422-9021 |
9107557300
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HARPER LIBRARY
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Library | 12.6 mi away | 109 W MOORE ST, SOUTHPORT, NC, 28461 |
(910) 457-6237
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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 SOUTHPORT 5 N, NC US, located 7.3 miles from ZCTA5 28479. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60.0° | 35.5° | 47.8° | 3.70" | — |
| February | 62.5° | 37.6° | 50.1° | 3.32" | — |
| March | 68.2° | 42.7° | 55.5° | 4.03" | — |
| April | 75.8° | 50.9° | 63.3° | 3.08" | — |
| May | 82.5° | 60.0° | 71.2° | 3.44" | — |
| June | 88.4° | 69.0° | 78.7° | 4.02" | — |
| July | 91.6° | 72.8° | 82.2° | 5.55" | — |
| August | 90.4° | 71.2° | 80.8° | 6.77" | — |
| September | 86.5° | 66.0° | 76.3° | 8.16" | — |
| October | 78.9° | 54.4° | 66.6° | 5.41" | — |
| November | 69.9° | 44.3° | 57.1° | 3.42" | — |
| December | 62.9° | 38.0° | 50.5° | 3.74" | — |
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 Spring Lakes city | City | 5.9 mi | — |
| Silver Lake CDP | CDP | 6.8 mi | — |
| Sea Breeze CDP | CDP | 7.5 mi | — |
| Myrtle Grove CDP | CDP | 7.6 mi | — |
| Bolivia town | Town | 7.8 mi | — |
| Carolina Beach town | Town | 7.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 28479. • 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.