ZIP Code 28589, North Carolina
ZIP Code 28589 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 28589 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Carteret County, North Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 32. The land area covers 0.69 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 32 | ±26 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 55.5 yrs | ±21.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 22 | ±17 | 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 | 22 | ±17 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 22 | ±17 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 0 | ±14 |
| Median Home Value | Suppressed | — |
| 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 | Suppressed | — |
| Per Capita Income | $39,878 | ±$55,105 |
| Poverty Rate | 0% | ±43.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 0 | ±14 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±66.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 21 | ±15 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 100% | ±0% |
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: 70,259 (2024)
ID: 171089
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY MANAGER
302 COURT HOUSE SQ, BEAUFORT NC 28516-6709
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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 | Atlantic, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Beaufort, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Beaufort, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Smyrna, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Beaufort, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Harkers Island, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Morehead City, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-05 | Morehead City, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Beaufort, NC | |
| 2 Nearby | 2-10 | MOREHEAD CITY, NC |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 6 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Carteret Community College
|
College | 15.5 mi away | 3505 Arendell St, Morehead City, NC, 28557 |
2522226000
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DOWN EAST BRANCH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.6 mi away | 108 STRAITS ROAD, BEAUFORT, NC, 28516 |
(252) 648-7729
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CARTERET COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.4 mi away | 1702 LIVE OAK ST. SUITE 100, BEAUFORT, NC, 28516 |
(252) 648-7725
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BOGUE BANKS BRANCH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.9 mi away | 320 SALTER PATH RD, PINE KNOLL SHORES, NC, 28512 |
(252) 648-7726
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NEWPORT BRANCH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.9 mi away | 210 HOWARD BLVD, NEWPORT, NC, 28570 |
(252) 648-7727
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HAVELOCK-CRAVEN COUNTY PUBLIC
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Library | 23.7 mi away | 301 CUNNINGHAM BLVD, HAVELOCK, NC, 28532 |
(252) 447-7509
|
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 BEAUFORT MICHAEL J SMITH FLD, NC US, located 10.3 miles from ZCTA5 28589. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54.9° | 37.5° | 46.2° | 4.17" | — |
| February | 57.1° | 39.3° | 48.2° | 3.33" | — |
| March | 62.9° | 45.0° | 54.0° | 3.31" | — |
| April | 70.4° | 53.9° | 62.1° | 3.39" | — |
| May | 77.5° | 62.7° | 70.1° | 3.94" | — |
| June | 83.6° | 71.1° | 77.3° | 4.06" | — |
| July | 86.7° | 74.4° | 80.6° | 5.81" | — |
| August | 85.9° | 73.1° | 79.5° | 7.29" | — |
| September | 82.4° | 68.4° | 75.4° | 8.46" | — |
| October | 74.5° | 57.4° | 66.0° | 4.14" | — |
| November | 65.9° | 47.1° | 56.5° | 3.99" | — |
| December | 58.9° | 41.0° | 50.0° | 3.79" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Davis CDP | CDP | 1.7 mi | — |
| Marshallberg CDP | CDP | 4.9 mi | — |
| Gloucester CDP | CDP | 5.0 mi | — |
| Harkers Island CDP | CDP | 7.5 mi | — |
| Beaufort town | Town | 10.0 mi | — |
| Atlantic CDP | CDP | 10.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 28589. • 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.