28168 ZIP Code
Vale, North carolina
December 12, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 28168 |
| City/Town: | Vale |
| County: | Lincoln |
| State: | North carolina |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 10,632 |
| Median Household Income: | $62,077 |
| Per Capita Income: | $35,044 |
| Total Housing Units: | 4,743 |
| Median Home Value: | $163,000 |
| Land Area: | 87.0 sq miles
225.4 sq km |
| Water Area: | 0.4 sq miles
0.9 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 35.5524, -81.4251 |
Population Information (28168 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 10,632 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 5,143 | 48.4% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 5,489 | 51.6% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 46.5 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 367 | 3.5% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 810 | 7.6% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 600 | 5.6% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 718 | 6.8% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 436 | 4.1% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 1,013 | 9.5% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 1,057 | 9.9% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 1,663 | 15.6% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 670 | 6.3% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 954 | 9.0% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 1,407 | 13.2% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 744 | 7.0% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 193 | 1.8% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (28168 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $163,000 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 5.6 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $835 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 4,743 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 4,223 | 89.0% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 520 | 11.0% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 3,556 | 84.2% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 667 | 15.8% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (28168 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 7,701 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 285 | 3.7% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 1,042 | 13.5% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 2,802 | 36.4% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 1,331 | 17.3% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 1,097 | 14.2% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 820 | 10.6% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 324 | 4.2% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 82.8% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 14.9% | 34.3% |
Income Information (28168 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $62,077 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $70,058 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $69,525 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $35,044 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (28168 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 4,900 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 4,693 | 95.8% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 207 | 4.2% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 3,850 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 3,774 | 80.4% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 652 | 13.9% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 205 | 4.4% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 62 | 1.3% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (28168 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 9,479 | 89.2% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 430 | 4.0% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 0 | 0.0% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 14 | 0.1% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 140 | 1.3% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 569 | 5.4% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 538 | 5.1% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 728 | 6.8% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 350 | 3.3% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 12 | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 366 | 3.4% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (28168 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 112 | 2.7% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 254 | 6.0% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 391 | 9.3% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 414 | 9.8% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 634 | 15.0% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 848 | 20.1% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 603 | 14.3% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 650 | 15.4% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 236 | 5.6% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 81 | 1.9% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (28168 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 3,830 | 81.6% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 380 | 8.1% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 17 | 0.4% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 1 | 0.0% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 59 | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 232 | 4.9% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 34.5 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (28168 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 133 | 2.8% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 489 | 10.4% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 876 | 18.7% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 100 | 2.1% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 431 | 9.2% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 487 | 10.4% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 80 | 1.7% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 152 | 3.2% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 377 | 8.0% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 973 | 20.7% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 363 | 7.7% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 110 | 2.3% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 122 | 2.6% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (28168 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 13.1% | 8.8% |
| All people below poverty level: | -- | -- | -- |
| Under 18 years: | -- | -- | 16.3% |
| 18 to 64 years: | -- | -- | 11.0% |
| 65 years and over: | -- | -- | 10.3% |
Health Insurance (28168 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 9,777 | 92.0% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 6,464 | 60.8% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 4,976 | 46.8% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 855 | 8.0% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (28168 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 2,986 | 70.7% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 1,741 | 41.2% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 1,079 | 25.6% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 332 | 7.9% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 107 | 2.5% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 499 | 11.8% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (28168 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 3,348 | 70.6% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 0 | 0.0% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 0 | 0.0% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 0 | 0.0% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 0 | 0.0% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 0 | 0.0% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 0 | 0.0% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 1,395 | 29.4% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (28168 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 164 | 3.5% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 778 | 16.4% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 1,096 | 23.1% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 973 | 20.5% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 553 | 11.7% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 492 | 10.4% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 303 | 6.4% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 81 | 1.7% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 303 | 6.4% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (28168 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 32 | 0.7% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 115 | 2.4% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 1,069 | 22.5% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 2,933 | 61.8% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 472 | 10.0% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 122 | 2.6% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (28168 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 150 | 3.6% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 255 | 6.0% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 3,438 | 81.4% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 138 | 3.3% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 171 | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 71 | 1.7% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (28168 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 259 | 6.1% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 746 | 17.7% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 1,647 | 39.0% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 1,571 | 37.2% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (28168 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 299 | 8.4% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 768 | 21.6% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 613 | 17.2% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 556 | 15.6% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 755 | 21.2% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 471 | 13.2% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 57 | 1.6% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 37 | 1.0% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (28168 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $1,184 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $332 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $835 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.52 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 2.48 | 2.38 |
Households (28168 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 4,223 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 2,328 | 55.1% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 818 | 19.4% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 772 | 18.3% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 891 | 21.1% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 1,381 | 32.7% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 1,557 | 36.9% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.52 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 2.89 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (28168 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 4,256 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 1,158 | 27.2% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 2,505 | 58.9% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 175 | 4.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 385 | 9.0% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 1,177 | 27.7% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (28168 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 2,479 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 146 | 5.9% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 182 | 7.3% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 1,048 | 42.3% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 627 | 25.3% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 476 | 19.2% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (28168 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 8,375 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 578 | 6.9% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 10,632 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 2,285 | 21.5% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 243 | 10.6% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 1,014 | 44.4% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 1,028 | 45.0% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (28168 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 9,587 | 90.2% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 1,019 | 9.6% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 776 | 76.2% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 243 | 23.8% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 94 | 9.2% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (28168 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 10,147 | 95.4% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 37 | 0.3% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 485 | 1310.8% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 485 | 1310.8% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 485 | 1310.8% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 6 | 16.2% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 465 | 1256.8% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 0 | 0.0% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (28168 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 10,265 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 9,758 | 95.1% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 507 | 4.9% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 483 | 4.7% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 24 | 0.2% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 0 | 0.0% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 0 | 0.0% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (28168 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 4,223 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 3,823 | 90.5% | 89.4% |
Vale, NC28168