Brunswick County, NC Demographics & ZIP Codes
Brunswick County, North Carolina demographics and median household income by ZIP code — 12 ZIP codes — population 145,578 — avg. income $73,578 — avg. home value $316,118. Compare income, housing, and ZIP-level data on US5.
Brunswick County demographics
Brunswick County, North Carolina covers 12 ZIP codes, with a combined ZIP-area population of about 145,578.
Median household income in Brunswick County
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Brunswick County, North Carolina is about $73,578 — about 11% above the NC ZIP average ($66,474), and about even with the U.S. median ($75,149).
Among ZIPs with income data, 28469 (Ocean Isle Beach) is near the top at about $87,285, while 28420 (Shallotte) is near the bottom at about $51,324.
Housing in Brunswick County
For housing in Brunswick County, North Carolina, the average median home value is about $316,118 and the average median rent is about $975.
The most populous ZIP is 28451 (Leland) with about 44,262 residents. Use the table below to compare ZIP codes across the county.
ZIP codes in Brunswick County
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| ZIP | City | County | State | Population ↓ | Income | Home value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28451 | Leland | Brunswick County | NC | 44,262 | $77,380 | $315,300 |
| 28461 | Boiling Spring Lakes | Brunswick County | NC | 23,186 | $79,681 | $388,800 |
| 28467 | Carolina Shores | Brunswick County | NC | 12,923 | $72,840 | $281,000 |
| 28462 | Holden Beach | Brunswick County | NC | 12,336 | $58,545 | $229,800 |
| 28470 | Shallotte | Brunswick County | NC | 10,964 | $68,043 | $252,500 |
| 28469 | Ocean Isle Beach | Brunswick County | NC | 9,364 | $87,285 | $413,200 |
| 28465 | Oak Island | Brunswick County | NC | 8,689 | $83,739 | $436,200 |
| 28422 | Oak Island | Brunswick County | NC | 8,590 | $67,883 | $295,000 |
| 28479 | Leland | Brunswick County | NC | 6,971 | $77,708 | $298,100 |
| 28468 | Sunset Beach | Brunswick County | NC | 4,844 | $84,934 | $362,300 |
| 28420 | Shallotte | Brunswick County | NC | 2,697 | $51,324 | $205,100 |
| 28452 | — | Brunswick County | NC | 752 | — | — |
Frequently asked questions
What are the demographics of Brunswick County?
Brunswick County, North Carolina has a combined ZIP-area population of about 145,578 across 12 ZIP codes. Browse the ZIP table for population, income, and housing by code.
What is the median household income in Brunswick County?
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Brunswick County, North Carolina is about $73,578, about 11% above the state ZIP average ($66,474), and near the U.S. median ($75,149). Average median home value is about $316,118. Among ZIPs with data, 28469 (Ocean Isle Beach) is near the top ($87,285) and 28420 (Shallotte) is near the bottom ($51,324).
How many ZIP codes are in Brunswick County?
Brunswick County, North Carolina includes 12 ZIP codes on US5. Each row links to demographics, median income, and housing for that code.
Where can I find ZIP code demographics for Brunswick County?
This page lists ZIP codes in Brunswick County, North Carolina with population, median household income, and home value. Select a ZIP for a full demographics profile.