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Jackson County, NC Demographics & ZIP Codes
Jackson County, North Carolina demographics and median household income by ZIP code — 9 ZIP codes — population 40,993 — avg. income $57,145 — avg. home value $286,375. Compare income, housing, and ZIP-level data on US5.
Population
40,993
Median household income (avg.)
$57,145
76% of U.S. median
Average home value
$286,375
82% of U.S. median
Average rent
$754
65% of U.S. median
Jackson County demographics
Jackson County, North Carolina covers 9 ZIP codes, with a combined ZIP-area population of about 40,993.
Median household income in Jackson County
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Jackson County, North Carolina is about $57,145 — about 14% below the NC ZIP average ($66,474), and about 24% below the U.S. median ($75,149).
Among ZIPs with income data, 28788 (Webster) is near the top at about $78,125, while 28723 (Cullowhee) is near the bottom at about $43,539.
Housing in Jackson County
For housing in Jackson County, North Carolina, the average median home value is about $286,375 and the average median rent is about $754.
The most populous ZIP is 28779 (Sylva) with about 17,845 residents. Use the table below to compare ZIP codes across the county.
ZIP codes in Jackson County
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| ZIP | City | County | State | Population ↓ | Income | Home value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28779 | Sylva | Jackson County | NC | 17,845 | $54,407 | $234,200 |
| 28723 | Cullowhee | Jackson County | NC | 11,427 | $43,539 | $308,800 |
| 28789 | Cherokee | Jackson County | NC | 6,347 | $46,026 | $220,900 |
| 28783 | — | Jackson County | NC | 1,915 | $49,703 | $265,200 |
| 28717 | Cashiers | Jackson County | NC | 1,511 | $73,065 | $410,200 |
| 28736 | Glenville | Jackson County | NC | 1,093 | $67,483 | $294,900 |
| 28707 | — | Jackson County | NC | 580 | $44,813 | $203,900 |
| 28788 | Webster | Jackson County | NC | 197 | $78,125 | $352,900 |
| 28725 | Dillsboro | Jackson County | NC | 78 | — | — |
Frequently asked questions
What are the demographics of Jackson County?
Jackson County, North Carolina has a combined ZIP-area population of about 40,993 across 9 ZIP codes. Browse the ZIP table for population, income, and housing by code.
What is the median household income in Jackson County?
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Jackson County, North Carolina is about $57,145, about 14% below the state ZIP average ($66,474), and about 24% below the U.S. median ($75,149). Average median home value is about $286,375. Among ZIPs with data, 28788 (Webster) is near the top ($78,125) and 28723 (Cullowhee) is near the bottom ($43,539).
How many ZIP codes are in Jackson County?
Jackson County, North Carolina includes 9 ZIP codes on US5. Each row links to demographics, median income, and housing for that code.
Where can I find ZIP code demographics for Jackson County?
This page lists ZIP codes in Jackson County, North Carolina with population, median household income, and home value. Select a ZIP for a full demographics profile.