28635 — Hays, NC Home Values
Typical home value $214,636 as of June 2026 · 9th of 11 in North Wilkesboro, NC
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 28635, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 28635 compares in the North Wilkesboro, NC area
ZIP code 28635 (Hays, NC) has a typical home value of $214,636 as of June 2026, ranking 9th of 11 ZIP codes tracked in the North Wilkesboro, NC area, more expensive than about 27% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +6.7% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +34.1%, from $160,069 in June 2021 to $214,636 in June 2026.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the North Wilkesboro, NC forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in North Wilkesboro.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 28635 has a population of 3,107, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 90.4% White, 7.4% Hispanic or Latino, 1.2% American Indian or Alaska Native, 1% Black or African American, and 0.1% two or more races.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| North Wilkes High School | 2986 Traphill Rd, Hays, NC | 3.8 mi |
| North Wilkes Middle School | 2776 Yellow Banks Road, North Wilkesboro, NC | 5.1 mi |
| Traphill Elementary School | 9794 Traphill Rd, Traphill, NC | 5.4 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 28635?
$214,636 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 28635 an expensive ZIP code in the North Wilkesboro, NC area?
28635 ranks 9th of 11 ZIP codes in the North Wilkesboro, NC area by typical home value, more expensive than about 27% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 28635 changed over the past year?
+6.7% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
What is the population of ZIP code 28635?
3,107, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 28635?
North Wilkes High School (3.8 mi), North Wilkes Middle School (5.1 mi), Traphill Elementary School (5.4 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 28635?
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 North Wilkesboro, 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.