ZIP code 28789

The page on USZIP.com for the ZIP code 28789 provides a comprehensive overview of this area in Cherokee, 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 28789 ZIP code area.

28789 is the zip code for

Cherokee, NC

Total population
5,097▲
Housing units
3,386▲
Land area
(sq. miles)
57.03
Density
(people per sq. mile)
89.37▲
Water area
(sq. miles)
0.08

Demographic data for zip code 28789

Gender:

Male
2,477▲
Female
2,620▲
Median age
Male
41.80
Female
45.90
Gender

Households:

Total households
2,217▲
Family households
1,481▲
Nonfamily households
736▲
Average household size
2.30▼
Average family size
2.76▼
Households

Housing units:

Total housing units
3,386▲
Occupied housing units
2,217▲
Owner-occupied
1,660▼
Renter-occupied
557▲
Vacant housing units
1,169▲
Housing units

Age:

Under 5 years
308▲
5 to 9 years
268▼
10 to 14 years
274▼
15 to 19 years
296▲
20 to 24 years
281▲
25 to 34 years
542▼
35 to 44 years
643▼
45 to 54 years
782▼
55 to 59 years
396▲
60 to 64 years
436▲
65 to 74 years
558▲
75 to 84 years
242▲
85 years and over
71▲
Median age
44.20▲
Age

Race:

White
4,079
Hispanic or Latino
164
Black or African American
28
Asian
36
American Indian & Alaska Native
623
Native Hawaiian & Other Pacific Islander
0
Other (One Race)
2
Two or More Races
165
Race
* Based on 2010, 2000 U.S. Census data

Economic data for zip code 28789

Employment status:

Population
(16 years and over)
3,692
Civilian labor force
2,080
Employed
1,829
Unemployed
251
Armed Forces
0
Not in labor force
1,612
Percent Unemployed
12.1%
Employment status

Commuting to work:

Workers
(16 years and over)
1,759
Car, truck, or van
Drove alone
1,669
Carpooled
59
Public transportation
(excluding taxicab)
0
Walked
17
Other means
0
Worked at home
14
Mean travel time
20.5 min.
Commuting to work

Occupation:

Civilian employed population
(16 years and over)
1,829
Management / business / science / arts
735
Service
367
Sales / office
330
Natural resources / construction / maintenance
275
Production / transportation / material moving
122
Occupation

Industry:

Civilian employed population
(16 years and over)
1,829
Agriculture / forestry / fishing / hunting / mining
40
Construction
169
Manufacturing
65
Wholesale trade
14
Retail trade
183
Transportation / warehousing / utilities
50
Information
0
Finance / insurance / real estate / rental / leasing
95
Professional / scientific / management / administrative / waste management services
111
Educational services / health care / social assistance
463
Arts / entertainment / recreation / accommodation / food services
251
Public administration
220
Other services
168
Industry

Class of worker:

Civilian employed population
(16 years and over)
1,829
Private wage & salary workers
1,213
Government workers
487
Self-employed
(in own not incorporated business)
129
Unpaid family workers
0
Class of worker

Income:

Total households
1,983
Less than $10,000
217
$10,000 to $14,999
79
$15,000 to $24,999
269
$25,000 to $34,999
297
$35,000 to $49,999
412
$50,000 to $74,999
315
$75,000 to $99,999
169
$100,000 to $149,999
152
$150,000 to $199,999
25
$200,000 or more
48
Median household income
$40,226
Mean household income
$50,455
Percentage of people whose income in the past 12 months is below the poverty level
19.0%
Income
* Based on 2007-2011 American Community Survey 5-year estimates

Public schools in 28789

Name & AddressPhone# of studentsFree lunchPupils per teacher
Smokey Mountain Elementary
884 Us Hwy 441n		(828) 497-55354321810.0
Swain Co East Elementary
4747 Ela Rd		(828) 488-09393371800.0
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Public libraries around Cherokee, NC

NameAddress
Haywood County Public Library
678 South Haywood Street
Waynesville, NC 28786
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Universities and Colleges around 28789

NameAddressPhone
Industrial Extension Services Otate University199 Ivy Hills Drive
Waynesville, NC 28785		(828) 926-9944
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Hospitals and Medical Centers around 28789

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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Hotels, Motels and other accommodations around 28789

Hotel nameAddress# of RoomsLow rateHigh rate
CARRIAGE INN6280 Ela Rd
Whittier, NC 28789		257989
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