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Cherokee CDP, NC
ZIP 28719 — 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 Cherokee CDP, NC (28719)
Median Income
$52,221
*Adjusted for inflation (2023 dollars)
IRS Net Migration
+273
Wealth inflow
Population
6,577
Unemployment
11.1%
7.4pp above US avg
IRS migration statistics show a net inflow of about 273 for ZIP 28719 (Cherokee CDP, 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 28719 (2020–Present)
Since 2020, population declined 11.2%, median income rose 2.0% (inflation-adjusted), home values increased 5.3%.
Economy & Jobs key statistics
| Income & Jobs | |
|---|---|
| Median household income | $52,221 |
| Unemployment | 11.1% |
| Establishments | 138 |
| Employees | 5,110 |