Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 28697
28697 ZIP Code FAQs and quick facts
Answers to frequently asked questions about the 28697 ZIP Code (Wilkesboro, NC)
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What region of the U.S. is ZIP Code 28697 associated with?
The 28697 ZIP Code is primarily associated with Wilkesboro, NC in the United States.
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What U.S. county is ZIP Code 28697 located in?
The 28697 ZIP Code is located in Wilkes County in the state of North Carolina.
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What is the current population estimate for ZIP Code 28697?
The ZIP Code 28697 has a current population estimate of 13,833, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.
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What is the per capita income in ZIP Code 28697?
The per capita income in ZIP Code 28697 of $28,807 is approximately 15.53% less than the per capita income in the U.S. overall of $34,103.
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What income range is most common for those living in ZIP Code 28697?
An estimated 21.3% of the residents in 28697 earn $50,000 to $74,999 per year, the highest percentage of any range, while 14.4% earn $35,000 to $49,999 per year.
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Are any residents of ZIP Code 28697 living below the poverty line?
An estimated 11.7% of the population is living below the poverty line in this region. This rate is approximately23.16% higher than the overall poverty rate in the U.S. of 9.5%.
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When were most homes built in ZIP Code 28697?
Approximately 22.1% of homes in ZIP Code 28697 were built between 1970 and 1979. This is, relatively speaking, the largest of percentage of any time range. Additionally, 19.4% of homes in the region were built between 1990 and 1999.
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How many residents in ZIP Code 28697 are high school graduates?
In ZIP Code 28697, 82.1% of the population graduated high school. In this region, 5.9% achieved an education level less than 9th grade, while 11.9% attended 9th to 12th grade, but did not receive a diploma.
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How many residents in ZIP Code 28697 are college graduates?
In ZIP Code 28697, 24.3% of the population has a Bachelor's degree or higher. An estimated 17.6% attended some college, but did not receive a degree.
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What is the highest level of education attained for the typical resident in ZIP Code 28697?
An estimated 27.9% of the residents in 28697 reached the level of high school graduate (includes equivalency), the highest percentage of any level. Additionally, 17.6% reached the level of some college, no degree.
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What is the most frequent language spoken in home in ZIP Code 28697?
In ZIP Code 28697, approximately 94.1% of the population in 28697 list "English only" as the language spoken in home. This is the most common in-home language spoken in the region.
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Other than English, what is the most common language spoken in home in the 28697 ZIP Code?
An estimated 4.8% of residents in ZIP Code 28697 speak Spanish at home. This is the most common language spoken in home, other than English.
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Are there more females or males in ZIP Code 28697?
There are more females than males in ZIP Code 28697. Females comprise approximately 53.5% of the population, while males make up an estimated 46.5%.
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What is the racial composition of ZIP Code 28697?
The most common race in 28697 (race alone or in combination with one or more other races), is White (92.9%), followed by Black or African American (6.8%) . In this region, 97.5% of residents are one race, while 2.5% are two or more races.
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What is the average age of residents in ZIP Code 28697?
Residents of ZIP Code 28697 have a median age of 45.5 years. People aged 65 to 74 years make up approximately 11.9% of the population in 28697, the largest percentage of any age group.
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Is the population in ZIP Code 28697 older or younger than average?
Residents of ZIP Code 28697 are older than average. The median age of 45.5 years in ZIP Code 28697 is approximately 19.42% higher than the overall median age in the U.S. of 38.1 years.
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How many people in ZIP Code 28697 do not have health insurance?
Approximately 12.7% of adults aged 18 to 64 in ZIP Code 28697 are uninsured and do not have health insurance.
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What portion of the population in ZIP Code 28697 is of voting age?
According to U.S. Census Bureau data, approximately 79% of residents in the 28697 ZIP Code are in the voting age population (18 and over).
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How many residents in ZIP Code 28697 are senior citizens?
An estimated 28.5% of residents in ZIP Code 28697 are of age 62 years and older.
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What job industry do residents of ZIP Code 28697 work in most frequently?
An estimated 22.9% of the employed population 16 years and over in ZIP Code 28697 work in educational services, and health care and social assistance. This is the largest percentage of any job industry.
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Which area codes are associated with ZIP Code 28697?
Telephone area codes that are frequently associated with ZIP Code 28697 include: No associated area codes were found for ZIP Code 28697.
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How common is broadband Internet service in ZIP Code 28697?
An estimated 76.0% of households in ZIP Code 28697 have broadband Internet service. Approximately 87.1% of households in the region have a computer in home.
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Does ZIP Code 28697 have good solar power potential?
The 28697 ZIP Code has above average solar power potential when compared to the U.S. as a whole. This region's average solar radiation level of 5.21kWh/m2/day is 5.25% greater than the overall U.S. daily average.
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What is the most common financial consumer complaint in ZIP Code 28697?
According to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, 'credit reporting or credit repair services' have received the most complaints in ZIP Code 28697 in the past 12 months. The most frequent complaint overall in this 28697 during the same time range was 'incorrect information on a report'.
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How is the air quality in ZIP Code 28697?
The current air quality level in ZIP Code 28697, according to the Common Air Quality Index (CAQI) air quality index, is: Good.
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