ZIP code 28778

The page on USZIP.com for the ZIP code 28778 provides a comprehensive overview of this area in Swannanoa, NC. It features a detailed map pinpointing the location and outlines key demographic information such as population size, median age, and household income. The page also includes insights into the local economy, highlighting business environments and employment statistics. Additionally, it offers data on housing, including average home prices and rent costs. Users can find information on nearby schools, public services, and amenities, making it a useful resource for those looking to move to or learn more about the 28778 ZIP code area.

28778 is the zip code for

Swannanoa, NC

Also in this location:
Black Mountain, NC
Total population
10,381▲
Housing units
4,413▲
Land area
(sq. miles)
34.38
Density
(people per sq. mile)
301.95▲
Water area
(sq. miles)
0.11

Demographic data for zip code 28778

Gender:

Male
4,936▲
Female
5,445▲
Median age
Male
36.70
Female
39.00
Gender

Households:

Total households
3,945▲
Family households
2,560▲
Nonfamily households
1,385▲
Average household size
2.39▼
Average family size
2.89●
Households

Housing units:

Total housing units
4,413▲
Occupied housing units
3,945▲
Owner-occupied
2,849▲
Renter-occupied
1,096▲
Vacant housing units
468▲
Housing units

Age:

Under 5 years
572▲
5 to 9 years
572▲
10 to 14 years
564▼
15 to 19 years
838▼
20 to 24 years
1,028▲
25 to 34 years
1,308▲
35 to 44 years
1,223▼
45 to 54 years
1,441▲
55 to 59 years
753▲
60 to 64 years
613▲
65 to 74 years
820▲
75 to 84 years
451▲
85 years and over
198▲
Median age
37.90▲
Age

Race:

White
9,031
Hispanic or Latino
666
Black or African American
331
Asian
103
American Indian & Alaska Native
54
Native Hawaiian & Other Pacific Islander
5
Other (One Race)
11
Two or More Races
180
Race
* Based on 2010, 2000 U.S. Census data

Economic data for zip code 28778

Employment status:

Population
(16 years and over)
8,788
Civilian labor force
5,662
Employed
5,098
Unemployed
564
Armed Forces
16
Not in labor force
3,110
Percent Unemployed
10.0%
Employment status

Commuting to work:

Workers
(16 years and over)
5,006
Car, truck, or van
Drove alone
3,723
Carpooled
733
Public transportation
(excluding taxicab)
0
Walked
242
Other means
76
Worked at home
232
Mean travel time
20.1 min.
Commuting to work

Occupation:

Civilian employed population
(16 years and over)
5,098
Management / business / science / arts
1,498
Service
966
Sales / office
1,330
Natural resources / construction / maintenance
621
Production / transportation / material moving
683
Occupation

Industry:

Civilian employed population
(16 years and over)
5,098
Agriculture / forestry / fishing / hunting / mining
139
Construction
310
Manufacturing
516
Wholesale trade
133
Retail trade
760
Transportation / warehousing / utilities
135
Information
71
Finance / insurance / real estate / rental / leasing
270
Professional / scientific / management / administrative / waste management services
439
Educational services / health care / social assistance
1,400
Arts / entertainment / recreation / accommodation / food services
588
Public administration
114
Other services
223
Industry

Class of worker:

Civilian employed population
(16 years and over)
5,098
Private wage & salary workers
3,990
Government workers
668
Self-employed
(in own not incorporated business)
416
Unpaid family workers
24
Class of worker

Income:

Total households
4,015
Less than $10,000
315
$10,000 to $14,999
187
$15,000 to $24,999
490
$25,000 to $34,999
617
$35,000 to $49,999
671
$50,000 to $74,999
933
$75,000 to $99,999
447
$100,000 to $149,999
257
$150,000 to $199,999
71
$200,000 or more
27
Median household income
$44,225
Mean household income
$50,534
Percentage of people whose income in the past 12 months is below the poverty level
18.7%
Income
* Based on 2007-2011 American Community Survey 5-year estimates

Public schools in 28778

Name & AddressPhone# of studentsFree lunchPupils per teacher
Artspace Charter
2030 Us Hwy 70		(828) 298-278731600.0
Buncombe Community-east
235 Old Us 70
(Other/Alternative School)		(828) 686-7734131608.3
Charles D Owen Middle
730 Old Us 70		(828) 686-773968624813.3
W D Williams Elementary
161 Bee Tree Road		(828) 686-38565422560.0
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Universities and Colleges around 28778

NameAddressPhone
Mayland Community College - Main Campus
200 Mayland Drive
Spruce Pine, NC 28777		(828) 765-7351
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Hospitals and Medical Centers around 28778

NameAddressPhone# of beds
Angel Medical CenterRiverview & White Oak Streets
Franklin, NC 28734		(828) 524-841159
Harris Regional Hospital
68 Hospital Road
Sylva, NC 28779		(828) 586-7000194
Haywood Regional Medical Ctr
262 Leroy George Drive
Clyde, NC 28721		(828) 456-7311133
Highlands-Cashiers Hospital190 Hospital Drive
Highlands, NC 28741		(828) 526-1200104
Julian F Keith Alcohol Center
201 Tabernacle Road
Black Mountain, NC 28711		(828) 669-3402110
Margaret R Pardee Mem Hospital
715 Fleming Street
Hendersonville, NC 28791		(828) 696-1000181
Mcdowell Hospital100 Rankin Drive
Marion, NC 28752		(828) 659-500065
Park Ridge Hospital
Naples Road
Fletcher, NC 28732		(828) 684-850198
PHS Indian HospitalHospital Road
Cherokee, NC 28719		(828) 497-916328
Spruce Pine Community Hospital125 Hospital Drive
Spruce Pine, NC 28777		(828) 765-420142
St Luke's Hospital101 Hospital Drive
Columbus, NC 28722		(828) 894-331173
Swain County Hospital
45 Plateau Street
Bryson City, NC 28713		(828) 488-401325
Transylvania Comm HospitalHospital Drive
Brevard, NC 28712		(828) 884-911188
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Restaurants, dining rooms and coffee shops in 28778

Restaurant nameAddressCuisinePhone
Burger King555 Us Highway 70
Swannanoa, NC 28778		Fast Food, Hamburgers828-686-7910
Subway Sandwiches & Salads444 Us Highway 70
Swannanoa, NC 28778		Fast Food, Salads, Sandwiches828-686-7900
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Crime Rates in Swannanoa, NC

Crime rates in Black Mountain, NC:

Total
159
Violent Crime
7
Murder & Manslaughter
0
Forcible Rape
0
Robbery
2
Aggravated Assault
5
Property Crime
152
Burglary
48
Larceny & Theft
93
Motor Vehicle Theft
11
Arson
1
Black Mountain, NC

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