ZIP Code 28571, North Carolina
ZIP Code 28571 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 28571 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Pamlico County, North Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,678. The land area covers 50.77 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,678 | ±401 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 64.2 yrs | ±2.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,378 | ±163 | 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 | 1,854 | ±189 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,378 | ±163 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 476 | ±133 |
| Median Home Value | $372,500 | ±$30,880 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,114 | ±$81 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $63,393 | ±$10,539 |
| Per Capita Income | $42,655 | ±$4,674 |
| Poverty Rate | 13.5% | ±5.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 362 | ±152 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.1% | ±4.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 844 | ±204 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.6% | ±4.1% |
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: 12,550 (2024)
ID: 131686
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY PLANNER/ECONOMIC DEVELOPER
PO BOX 776, BAYBORO NC 28515-0776
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Arapahoe, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Havelock, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-13 | Havelock, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-05 | Bayboro, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Havelock, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Havelock, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Havelock, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Havelock, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Bayboro, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Bayboro, 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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Pamlico Community College
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College | 7.5 mi away | 5049 Hwy 306 South, Grantsboro, NC, 28529 |
25224918513084
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MARYBELLE HOLLOWELL ANNEX
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Library | 8.0 mi away | 603 MAIN STREET, BAYBORO, NC, 28515 |
(252) 745-8372
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Carteret Community College
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College | 22.5 mi away | 3505 Arendell St, Morehead City, NC, 28557 |
2522226000
|
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PAMLICO COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 8.0 mi away | 603 MAIN ST, BAYBORO, NC, 28515 |
(252) 745-3515
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Craven Community College
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College | 23.0 mi away | 800 College Ct, New Bern, NC, 28562-4900 |
2526387200
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HAVELOCK-CRAVEN COUNTY PUBLIC
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Library | 16.0 mi away | 301 CUNNINGHAM BLVD, HAVELOCK, NC, 28532 |
(252) 447-7509
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HAZEL W. GUILFORD MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 18.5 mi away | 524 MAIN ST, AURORA, NC, 27806 |
(252) 322-5046
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CPRL BOOK/TECH MOBILE
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Library | 19.5 mi away | 400 JOHNSON ST., NEW BERN, NC, 28562 |
(252) 638-7804
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NEW BERN-CRAVEN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.5 mi away | 400 JOHNSON ST, NEW BERN, NC, 28560 |
(252) 638-7800
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NEWPORT BRANCH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.0 mi away | 210 HOWARD BLVD, NEWPORT, NC, 28570 |
(252) 648-7727
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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 BAYBORO 3 SW, NC US, located 8.7 miles from ZCTA5 28571. 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° | 34.0° | 44.6° | 4.01" | 0.8" |
| February | 57.6° | 34.9° | 46.3° | 3.53" | 0.1" |
| March | 63.9° | 40.5° | 52.2° | 3.70" | 0.0" |
| April | 71.9° | 48.5° | 60.2° | 3.76" | 0.0" |
| May | 79.0° | 58.0° | 68.5° | 4.36" | 0.0" |
| June | 85.0° | 66.3° | 75.7° | 5.40" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.2° | 70.5° | 79.4° | 6.79" | 0.0" |
| August | 86.9° | 68.9° | 77.9° | 7.85" | 0.0" |
| September | 82.2° | 63.9° | 73.1° | 7.14" | 0.0" |
| October | 74.2° | 52.0° | 63.1° | 4.19" | 0.0" |
| November | 64.9° | 41.7° | 53.3° | 3.93" | 0.0" |
| December | 58.4° | 37.1° | 47.7° | 4.10" | 0.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oriental town | Town | 1.8 mi | — |
| Stonewall town | Town | 7.0 mi | — |
| Arapahoe town | Town | 7.1 mi | — |
| Minnesott Beach town | Town | 7.9 mi | — |
| Bayboro town | Town | 8.0 mi | — |
| Alliance town | Town | 9.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 28571. • 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.