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Columbus County, NC Demographics & ZIP Codes
Columbus County, North Carolina demographics and median household income by ZIP code — 14 ZIP codes — population 50,596 — avg. income $53,518 — avg. home value $132,436. Compare income, housing, and ZIP-level data on US5.
Population
50,596
Median household income (avg.)
$53,518
71% of U.S. median
Average home value
$132,436
38% of U.S. median
Average rent
$551
47% of U.S. median
Columbus County demographics
Columbus County, North Carolina covers 14 ZIP codes, with a combined ZIP-area population of about 50,596.
Median household income in Columbus County
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Columbus County, North Carolina is about $53,518 — about 19% below the NC ZIP average ($66,474), and about 29% below the U.S. median ($75,149).
Among ZIPs with income data, 28432 is near the top at about $83,984, while 28439 (Fair Bluff) is near the bottom at about $28,875.
Housing in Columbus County
For housing in Columbus County, North Carolina, the average median home value is about $132,436 and the average median rent is about $551.
The most populous ZIP is 28472 (Whiteville) with about 17,833 residents. Use the table below to compare ZIP codes across the county.
ZIP codes in Columbus County
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| ZIP | City | County | State | Population ↓ | Income | Home value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28472 | Whiteville | Columbus County | NC | 17,833 | $48,963 | $141,000 |
| 28463 | Tabor City | Columbus County | NC | 7,023 | $38,671 | $120,000 |
| 28431 | Chadbourn | Columbus County | NC | 6,104 | $32,244 | $89,700 |
| 28456 | Riegelwood | Columbus County | NC | 3,565 | $48,164 | $153,600 |
| 28423 | Bolton | Columbus County | NC | 2,477 | $45,556 | $120,600 |
| 28450 | Lake Waccamaw | Columbus County | NC | 2,256 | $74,917 | $266,800 |
| 28436 | Delco | Columbus County | NC | 2,145 | $66,250 | $190,500 |
| 28455 | — | Columbus County | NC | 2,021 | $52,805 | $78,700 |
| 28438 | Evergreen | Columbus County | NC | 1,706 | $55,605 | $176,200 |
| 28430 | Cerro Gordo | Columbus County | NC | 1,678 | $66,786 | $121,000 |
| 28432 | — | Columbus County | NC | 1,398 | $83,984 | $113,700 |
| 28439 | Fair Bluff | Columbus County | NC | 1,171 | $28,875 | $104,000 |
| 28442 | Hallsboro | Columbus County | NC | 1,134 | $58,141 | $109,300 |
| 28424 | Brunswick | Columbus County | NC | 85 | $48,289 | $69,000 |
Frequently asked questions
What are the demographics of Columbus County?
Columbus County, North Carolina has a combined ZIP-area population of about 50,596 across 14 ZIP codes. Browse the ZIP table for population, income, and housing by code.
What is the median household income in Columbus County?
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Columbus County, North Carolina is about $53,518, about 19% below the state ZIP average ($66,474), and about 29% below the U.S. median ($75,149). Average median home value is about $132,436. Among ZIPs with data, 28432 is near the top ($83,984) and 28439 (Fair Bluff) is near the bottom ($28,875).
How many ZIP codes are in Columbus County?
Columbus County, North Carolina includes 14 ZIP codes on US5. Each row links to demographics, median income, and housing for that code.
Where can I find ZIP code demographics for Columbus County?
This page lists ZIP codes in Columbus County, North Carolina with population, median household income, and home value. Select a ZIP for a full demographics profile.