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ZIP 28685 — Economy & Jobs
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2019–2023 5-Year Estimates. Page data updated 2026-08-02.
Working ClassLow Snow Area
Income, employment, industries, and economic trends
Income & Economy in undefined, NC (28685)
Median Income
$45,029
*Adjusted for inflation (2023 dollars)
IRS Net Migration
+97
Wealth inflow
Population
2,345
Unemployment
14.8%
11.1pp above US avg
IRS migration statistics show a net inflow of about 97 for ZIP 28685 (NC) on US5’s published series — a signal of people/tax filers moving in relative to those leaving. Inflows often track job growth, housing demand, or lifestyle migration; treat the figure as a directional indicator rather than a precise headcount.
Historical Trends in 28685 (2020–Present)
Since 2020, population grew 13.9%, median income rose 7.8% (inflation-adjusted), home values increased 7.3%.
Economy & Jobs key statistics
| Income & Jobs | |
|---|---|
| Median household income | $45,029 |
| Unemployment | 14.8% |
| Establishments | 15 |
| Employees | 45 |