Here’s a current look at the top 10 wealthiest ZIP codes in North Carolina based primarily on median household income — a common way to measure wealth in a community. The rankings vary slightly depending on source and method, but the following list reflects the most reputable recent census and income-data updates available:
1. 28207 — Charlotte, NC
A historic and affluent area including Myers Park and Eastover, often cited as the wealthiest ZIP in North Carolina.
2. 27519 — Cary, NC
Cary’s most prosperous ZIP, known for high household incomes and quality of life.
3. 27608 — Raleigh, NC
Includes upscale neighborhoods such as Five Points and Hayes Barton.
4. 27518 — Cary, NC
Another high-income Cary ZIP just behind 27519.
5. 27310 — Oak Ridge, NC
Popular with families and professionals, this small community has strong incomes.
6. 27502 — Apex, NC
A fast-growing Triangle suburb with high median household earnings.
7. 28173 — Waxhaw, NC
Waxhaw’s affluent community southwest of Charlotte ranks high on income lists.
8. 28104 — Matthews, NC
An established suburb of Charlotte with above-average household incomes.
9. 28277 — Charlotte, NC
Another affluent Charlotte ZIP with a strong income profile.
10. 27614 — Raleigh, NC
Centrally located Raleigh ZIP with high earnings among residents.
Note: Some data sources (like ZipAtlas) rank ZIP codes slightly differently — e.g., 28036 (Davidson) and 28075 (Harrisburg) also appear near the top depending on the year and whether median family income or household income is used as the metric.
π What This Means
• Median household income is the midpoint income — half of households earn more and half earn less — and is a good proxy for overall affluence in an area.
• Rankings can vary annually with new census estimates, real estate trends, and economic shifts.
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