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Gaston County, NC Demographics & ZIP Codes
Gaston County, North Carolina demographics and median household income by ZIP code — 14 ZIP codes — population 234,848 — avg. income $66,800 — avg. home value $235,000. Compare income, housing, and ZIP-level data on US5.
Population
234,848
Median household income (avg.)
$66,800
89% of U.S. median
Average home value
$235,000
68% of U.S. median
Average rent
$867
75% of U.S. median
Gaston County demographics
Gaston County, North Carolina covers 14 ZIP codes, with a combined ZIP-area population of about 234,848.
Median household income in Gaston County
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Gaston County, North Carolina is about $66,800 — about even with the NC ZIP average ($66,474), and about 11% below the U.S. median ($75,149).
Among ZIPs with income data, 28101 (McAdenville) is near the top at about $124,063, while 28077 (High Shoals) is near the bottom at about $30,882.
Housing in Gaston County
For housing in Gaston County, North Carolina, the average median home value is about $235,000 and the average median rent is about $867.
The most populous ZIP is 28054 (Gastonia) with about 39,493 residents. Use the table below to compare ZIP codes across the county.
ZIP codes in Gaston County
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| ZIP | City | County | State | Population ↓ | Income | Home value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28054 | Gastonia | Gaston County | NC | 39,493 | $59,524 | $220,200 |
| 28052 | Gastonia | Gaston County | NC | 36,896 | $46,015 | $173,500 |
| 28056 | Gastonia | Gaston County | NC | 35,963 | $90,422 | $283,800 |
| 28012 | Belmont | Gaston County | NC | 26,519 | $81,057 | $324,400 |
| 28120 | Mount Holly | Gaston County | NC | 24,363 | $74,809 | $272,500 |
| 28034 | Dallas | Gaston County | NC | 19,470 | $59,969 | $221,000 |
| 28164 | Lowesville | Gaston County | NC | 15,991 | $82,661 | $268,800 |
| 28021 | Cherryville | Gaston County | NC | 13,668 | $57,652 | $196,300 |
| 28016 | Bessemer City | Gaston County | NC | 12,882 | $52,058 | $187,600 |
| 28098 | Lowell | Gaston County | NC | 3,746 | $51,879 | $153,300 |
| 28032 | Cramerton | Gaston County | NC | 3,222 | $74,085 | $273,900 |
| 28006 | Alexis | Gaston County | NC | 1,311 | $50,117 | $242,000 |
| 28101 | McAdenville | Gaston County | NC | 1,027 | $124,063 | $342,000 |
| 28077 | High Shoals | Gaston County | NC | 297 | $30,882 | $130,700 |
Frequently asked questions
What are the demographics of Gaston County?
Gaston County, North Carolina has a combined ZIP-area population of about 234,848 across 14 ZIP codes. Browse the ZIP table for population, income, and housing by code.
What is the median household income in Gaston County?
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Gaston County, North Carolina is about $66,800, roughly in line with the state ZIP average ($66,474), and about 11% below the U.S. median ($75,149). Average median home value is about $235,000. Among ZIPs with data, 28101 (McAdenville) is near the top ($124,063) and 28077 (High Shoals) is near the bottom ($30,882).
How many ZIP codes are in Gaston County?
Gaston 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 Gaston County?
This page lists ZIP codes in Gaston County, North Carolina with population, median household income, and home value. Select a ZIP for a full demographics profile.