28683 ZIP Code – Thurmond, North Carolina
ZIP code 28683 is a small ZIP code located in Thurmond, North Carolina, within Surry County with a population of approximately 1,359 residents. Residents earn a median household income of $43,771, which is below the North Carolina average and well below the national figure. The median home value of $134,500 is well below the national average, with 78.1% owner-occupied housing (decreasing). , and the median rent of $766 is below the national average. Housing consists of 63% single-family (decreasing), 5% duplex/multi-family.
The unemployment rate is 2.3%, well below the national average. About 26.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well above the national rate. Bachelor's degree attainment is 7.3%, well below the national average. At 39.2, the median age is near the national figure. The surrounding area includes ZIP codes 28668, 28676, 28621.
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ZIP 28683 vs. North Carolina vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 28683 | NC Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,359 | 12k | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $43k | $63k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $134k | $213k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $766 | $968 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 39.2 | 43.3 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.3% | 5.2% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 26.2% | 15.0% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 7.3% | 26.3% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 28668 – Roaring Gap
- 28676 – State Road
- 28621 – Elkin
- 28627 – Glade Valley
- 28685 – Traphill
- 27017 – Dobson
- 27024 – Lowgap
- 28623 – Ennice
- 28669 – Roaring River
- 28635 – Hays
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28668 | ROARING GAP | 165 | Not provided |
| 28676 | STATE ROAD | 3,059 | $51,844 |
| 28621 | ELKIN | 9,751 | $54,493 |
| 28627 | GLADE VALLEY | 1,371 | $45,250 |
| 28685 | TRAPHILL | 2,038 | $40,313 |