28501 — Kinston, NC Home Values
Typical home value $102,171 as of June 2026 · 6th of 6 in Kinston, NC
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 28501, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 28501 compares in the Kinston, NC area
ZIP code 28501 (Kinston, NC) has a typical home value of $102,171 as of June 2026, ranking 6th of 6 ZIP codes tracked in the Kinston, NC area, more expensive than about 17% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +8.4% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +58.7%, from $64,360 in June 2021 to $102,171 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 9.3× the annual rent ($911/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Kinston, NC forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Kinston.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 28501 has a population of 18,112, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 64.8% Black or African American, 23.1% White, 6.2% Hispanic or Latino, 5.2% two or more races, 0.3% American Indian or Alaska Native, and 0.3% Asian.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rochelle Middle | 301 N Rochelle Blvd, Kinston, NC | 2.5 mi |
| Lenoir County Early College High | 231 Hwy 58 South, Kinston, NC | 2.5 mi |
| Southeast Elementary | 201 McDaniels Street, Kinston, NC | 2.8 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 28501?
$102,171 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 28501 an expensive ZIP code in the Kinston, NC area?
28501 ranks 6th of 6 ZIP codes in the Kinston, NC area by typical home value, more expensive than about 17% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 28501 changed over the past year?
+8.4% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 28501?
The typical home price is 9.3× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($911/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 28501?
18,112, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 28501?
Rochelle Middle (2.5 mi), Lenoir County Early College High (2.5 mi), Southeast Elementary (2.8 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 28501?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Kinston, NC forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.