Wilkes County, NC Demographics & ZIP Codes
Wilkes County, North Carolina demographics and median household income by ZIP code — 12 ZIP codes — population 60,738 — avg. income $48,104 — avg. home value $154,509. Compare income, housing, and ZIP-level data on US5.
Wilkes County demographics
Wilkes County, North Carolina covers 12 ZIP codes, with a combined ZIP-area population of about 60,738.
Median household income in Wilkes County
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Wilkes County, North Carolina is about $48,104 — about 28% below the NC ZIP average ($66,474), and about 36% below the U.S. median ($75,149).
Among ZIPs with income data, 28651 (Millers Creek) is near the top at about $57,232, while 28624 is near the bottom at about $36,345.
Housing in Wilkes County
For housing in Wilkes County, North Carolina, the average median home value is about $154,509 and the average median rent is about $539.
The most populous ZIP is 28659 (North Wilkesboro) with about 21,557 residents. Use the table below to compare ZIP codes across the county.
ZIP codes in Wilkes County
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| ZIP | City | County | State | Population ↓ | Income | Home value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28659 | North Wilkesboro | Wilkes County | NC | 21,557 | $49,578 | $151,700 |
| 28697 | Wilkesboro | Wilkes County | NC | 13,412 | $55,217 | $190,700 |
| 28651 | Millers Creek | Wilkes County | NC | 4,629 | $57,232 | $181,700 |
| 28654 | Moravian Falls | Wilkes County | NC | 3,287 | $53,486 | $234,400 |
| 28635 | Hays | Wilkes County | NC | 3,107 | $44,540 | $141,600 |
| 28669 | — | Wilkes County | NC | 2,828 | $51,802 | $137,700 |
| 28665 | — | Wilkes County | NC | 2,708 | $42,347 | $165,900 |
| 28685 | — | Wilkes County | NC | 2,345 | $45,029 | $134,300 |
| 28670 | Ronda | Wilkes County | NC | 2,173 | $47,266 | $161,000 |
| 28606 | — | Wilkes County | NC | 1,743 | $51,009 | $78,700 |
| 28649 | — | Wilkes County | NC | 1,581 | $43,391 | $121,900 |
| 28624 | — | Wilkes County | NC | 1,368 | $36,345 | — |
Frequently asked questions
What are the demographics of Wilkes County?
Wilkes County, North Carolina has a combined ZIP-area population of about 60,738 across 12 ZIP codes. Browse the ZIP table for population, income, and housing by code.
What is the median household income in Wilkes County?
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Wilkes County, North Carolina is about $48,104, about 28% below the state ZIP average ($66,474), and about 36% below the U.S. median ($75,149). Average median home value is about $154,509. Among ZIPs with data, 28651 (Millers Creek) is near the top ($57,232) and 28624 is near the bottom ($36,345).
How many ZIP codes are in Wilkes County?
Wilkes 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 Wilkes County?
This page lists ZIP codes in Wilkes County, North Carolina with population, median household income, and home value. Select a ZIP for a full demographics profile.