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Rutherford County, NC Demographics & ZIP Codes
Rutherford County, North Carolina demographics and median household income by ZIP code — 12 ZIP codes — population 61,355 — avg. income $50,437 — avg. home value $225,388. Compare income, housing, and ZIP-level data on US5.
Population
61,355
Median household income (avg.)
$50,437
67% of U.S. median
Average home value
$225,388
65% of U.S. median
Average rent
$682
59% of U.S. median
Rutherford County demographics
Rutherford County, North Carolina covers 12 ZIP codes, with a combined ZIP-area population of about 61,355.
Median household income in Rutherford County
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Rutherford County, North Carolina is about $50,437 — about 24% below the NC ZIP average ($66,474), and about 33% below the U.S. median ($75,149).
Among ZIPs with income data, 28746 (Lake Lure) is near the top at about $65,703, while 28160 (Spindale) is near the bottom at about $38,625.
Housing in Rutherford County
For housing in Rutherford County, North Carolina, the average median home value is about $225,388 and the average median rent is about $682.
The most populous ZIP is 28043 (Forest City) with about 20,896 residents. Use the table below to compare ZIP codes across the county.
ZIP codes in Rutherford County
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| ZIP | City | County | State | Population ↓ | Income | Home value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28043 | Forest City | Rutherford County | NC | 20,896 | $41,746 | $176,100 |
| 28139 | Rutherfordton | Rutherford County | NC | 18,887 | $52,148 | $195,300 |
| 28040 | Ellenboro | Rutherford County | NC | 7,047 | $57,989 | $148,000 |
| 28018 | Bostic | Rutherford County | NC | 5,298 | $54,432 | $152,400 |
| 28160 | Spindale | Rutherford County | NC | 3,825 | $38,625 | $121,300 |
| 28746 | Lake Lure | Rutherford County | NC | 2,734 | $65,703 | $433,100 |
| 28167 | — | Rutherford County | NC | 2,217 | $42,419 | $215,800 |
| 28076 | Henrietta | Rutherford County | NC | 273 | — | — |
| 28720 | Chimney Rock Village | Rutherford County | NC | 135 | — | $361,100 |
| 28024 | Cliffside | Rutherford County | NC | 31 | — | — |
| 28074 | — | Rutherford County | NC | 12 | — | — |
| 28019 | Caroleen | Rutherford County | NC | — | — | — |
Frequently asked questions
What are the demographics of Rutherford County?
Rutherford County, North Carolina has a combined ZIP-area population of about 61,355 across 12 ZIP codes. Browse the ZIP table for population, income, and housing by code.
What is the median household income in Rutherford County?
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Rutherford County, North Carolina is about $50,437, about 24% below the state ZIP average ($66,474), and about 33% below the U.S. median ($75,149). Average median home value is about $225,388. Among ZIPs with data, 28746 (Lake Lure) is near the top ($65,703) and 28160 (Spindale) is near the bottom ($38,625).
How many ZIP codes are in Rutherford County?
Rutherford 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 Rutherford County?
This page lists ZIP codes in Rutherford County, North Carolina with population, median household income, and home value. Select a ZIP for a full demographics profile.