ZIP Code 28501, North Carolina
ZIP Code 28501 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 28501 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Jones County / Lenoir County, North Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 17,642. The land area covers 99.85 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 17,642 | ±1,145 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 42.7 yrs | ±2.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 7,894 | ±454 | 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 | 9,852 | ±428 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 7,894 | ±454 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,958 | ±269 |
| Median Home Value | $79,000 | ±$9,438 |
| Median Gross Rent | $799 | ±$59 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $35,118 | ±$3,614 |
| Per Capita Income | $28,872 | ±$4,216 |
| Poverty Rate | 29.4% | ±3.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 5,069 | ±736 |
| Unemployment Rate | 11.6% | ±2.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 6,797 | ±734 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 76.2% | ±3.9% |
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: 9,462 (2024)
ID: 171102
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY MANAGER
418 HWY 58 N UNIT A, TRENTON NC 28585
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Ayden, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Kinston, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Kinston, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | La Grange, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Grifton, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Cove City, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Trenton, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Kinston, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-13 | Kinston, NC | |
| Alternative School Nearby | PK-12 | Kinston, 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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Lenoir Community College
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College | 2.5 mi away | 231 Highway 58 South, Kinston, NC, 28502-0188 |
2525276223
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KINSTON-LENOIR COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.6 mi away | 510 N QUEEN ST, KINSTON, NC, 28501 |
(252) 527-7066
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Pitt Community College
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College | 22.6 mi away | 1986 Pitt Tech Road, Winterville, NC, 28590 |
2524937200
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NRL DIGITAL RESOURCE ROVER
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Library | 3.6 mi away | 510 N. QUEEN ST., KINSTON, NC, 28501 |
(252) 527-7066
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COVE CITY-CRAVEN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.2 mi away | 102 N MAIN ST, COVE CITY, NC, 28523 |
(252) 638-6363
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LA GRANGE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 15.4 mi away | 119 E WASHINGTON ST, LA GRANGE, NC, 28551 |
(252) 566-3722
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TRENTON BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 15.5 mi away | 204 LAKEVIEW DR, TRENTON, NC, 28585 |
(252) 448-4261
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COMFORT BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 16.3 mi away | 4889 HIGHWAY 41 W, TRENTON, NC, 28585 |
(910) 324-5061
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GREENE COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 17.2 mi away | 229G KINGOLD BLVD, SNOW HILL, NC, 28580 |
(252) 747-3437
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PINK HILL BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 17.7 mi away | 114 W BROADWAY ST, PINK HILL, NC, 28572 |
(252) 568-3631
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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 KINSTON 7 SE, NC US, located 3.1 miles from ZCTA5 28501. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54.0° | 31.1° | 42.5° | 3.69" | — |
| February | 57.0° | 32.6° | 44.8° | 3.17" | — |
| March | 64.2° | 38.4° | 51.3° | 3.71" | — |
| April | 73.7° | 47.1° | 60.4° | 3.55" | — |
| May | 80.6° | 57.0° | 68.8° | 3.79" | — |
| June | 87.2° | 65.7° | 76.4° | 5.44" | — |
| July | 90.0° | 69.5° | 79.8° | 6.60" | — |
| August | 88.2° | 67.6° | 77.9° | 6.12" | — |
| September | 83.4° | 62.1° | 72.8° | 5.91" | — |
| October | 74.7° | 49.6° | 62.2° | 4.06" | — |
| November | 64.6° | 39.4° | 52.0° | 3.44" | — |
| December | 56.7° | 33.9° | 45.3° | 3.55" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kinston city | City | 4.5 mi | — |
| Graingers CDP | CDP | 5.4 mi | — |
| Dover town | Town | 5.5 mi | — |
| Jackson Heights CDP | CDP | 6.1 mi | — |
| Grifton town | Town | 10.8 mi | — |
| Cove City town | Town | 12.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 28501. • 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.