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New Hanover County, NC Demographics & ZIP Codes
New Hanover County, North Carolina demographics and median household income by ZIP code — 10 ZIP codes — population 232,900 — avg. income $87,392 — avg. home value $444,160. Compare income, housing, and ZIP-level data on US5.
Population
232,900
Median household income (avg.)
$87,392
116% of U.S. median
Average home value
$444,160
128% of U.S. median
Average rent
$1,218
105% of U.S. median
New Hanover County demographics
New Hanover County, North Carolina covers 10 ZIP codes, with a combined ZIP-area population of about 232,900.
Median household income in New Hanover County
The average median household income across ZIP codes in New Hanover County, North Carolina is about $87,392 — about 31% above the NC ZIP average ($66,474), and about 16% above the U.S. median ($75,149).
Among ZIPs with income data, 28480 (Wrightsville Beach) is near the top at about $165,682, while 28403 (Wilmington) is near the bottom at about $50,988.
Housing in New Hanover County
For housing in New Hanover County, North Carolina, the average median home value is about $444,160 and the average median rent is about $1,218.
The most populous ZIP is 28412 (Wilmington) with about 42,452 residents. Use the table below to compare ZIP codes across the county.
ZIP codes in New Hanover County
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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 |
| 28411 | Murraysville | New Hanover County | NC | 37,303 | $94,200 | $363,600 |
| 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 |
| 28429 | Skippers Corner | New Hanover County | NC | 9,083 | $73,259 | $231,900 |
| 28428 | Carolina Beach | New Hanover County | NC | 7,034 | $87,670 | $490,100 |
| 28480 | Wrightsville Beach | New Hanover County | NC | 2,727 | $165,682 | $1,049,500 |
| 28449 | Kure Beach | New Hanover County | NC | 2,017 | $106,518 | $643,400 |
Frequently asked questions
What are the demographics of New Hanover County?
New Hanover County, North Carolina has a combined ZIP-area population of about 232,900 across 10 ZIP codes. Browse the ZIP table for population, income, and housing by code.
What is the median household income in New Hanover County?
The average median household income across ZIP codes in New Hanover County, North Carolina is about $87,392, about 31% above the state ZIP average ($66,474), and about 16% above the U.S. median ($75,149). Average median home value is about $444,160. Among ZIPs with data, 28480 (Wrightsville Beach) is near the top ($165,682) and 28403 (Wilmington) is near the bottom ($50,988).
How many ZIP codes are in New Hanover County?
New Hanover County, North Carolina includes 10 ZIP codes on US5. Each row links to demographics, median income, and housing for that code.
Where can I find ZIP code demographics for New Hanover County?
This page lists ZIP codes in New Hanover County, North Carolina with population, median household income, and home value. Select a ZIP for a full demographics profile.