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Wilmington, NC Demographics & ZIP Codes
Wilmington, North Carolina demographics and median household income by ZIP code (in New Hanover County) — 5 ZIP codes — population 174,736 — median income $69,319 — avg. home value $332,620. Compare income, housing, and population across ZIP codes on US5.
Population
174,736
Median household income (avg.)
$69,319
92% of U.S. median
Average home value
$332,620
96% of U.S. median
Average rent
$1,156
99% of U.S. median
Median age (avg.)
38.8
Wilmington demographics
Wilmington, North Carolina covers 5 ZIP codes primarily in New Hanover County, with a combined ZIP-area population of about 174,736.
Across ZIP codes with age data, the average median age is about 38.8 years.
Median household income in Wilmington
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Wilmington, North Carolina is about $69,319 — about 4% above the NC ZIP average ($66,474), and about 8% below the U.S. median ($75,149).
Among ZIPs with income data, 28409 is near the top at about $108,241, while 28403 is near the bottom at about $50,988.
Housing in Wilmington
For housing in Wilmington, North Carolina, the average median home value is about $332,620 and the average median rent is about $1,156.
The most populous ZIP in this set is 28412 (about 42,452 residents). Use the table below to compare population, income, and home values across codes.
ZIP codes in Wilmington
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| ZIP | City | County | State | Population ↓ | Income | Home value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28412 | Wilmington | New Hanover County | NC | 42,452 | $67,396 | $342,600 |
| 28403 | Wilmington | New Hanover County | NC | 40,292 | $50,988 | $337,600 |
| 28405 | Wilmington | New Hanover County | NC | 35,159 | $67,809 | $337,000 |
| 28409 | Wilmington | New Hanover County | NC | 35,013 | $108,241 | $382,900 |
| 28401 | Wilmington | New Hanover County | NC | 21,820 | $52,159 | $263,000 |
Frequently asked questions
What are the demographics of Wilmington?
Wilmington, North Carolina has a combined ZIP-area population of about 174,736 across 5 ZIP codes (primarily New Hanover County). Browse the ZIP table below for population, income, and housing by code.
What is the median household income in Wilmington?
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Wilmington, North Carolina is about $69,319, about 4% above the state ZIP average ($66,474), and about 8% below the U.S. median ($75,149). Average median home value is about $332,620. Among ZIPs with data, 28409 is near the top ($108,241) and 28403 is near the bottom ($50,988).
How many ZIP codes are in Wilmington?
Wilmington, North Carolina includes 5 ZIP codes on US5. Each row links to demographics, median income, and housing for that code.
Where can I find ZIP code demographics for Wilmington?
This page lists ZIP codes in Wilmington, North Carolina with population, median household income, and home value. Select a ZIP for a full demographics profile.