28681 — Taylorsville, NC Home Values
Typical home value $271,552 as of June 2026 · 10th of 21 in Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 28681, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 28681 compares in the Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC area
ZIP code 28681 (Taylorsville, NC) has a typical home value of $271,552 as of June 2026, ranking 10th of 21 ZIP codes tracked in the Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC area, more expensive than about 57% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +7.6% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +34.9%, from $201,233 in June 2021 to $271,552 in June 2026.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Hickory.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 28681 has a population of 26,117, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 87% White, 5.4% Black or African American, 3.9% Hispanic or Latino, 2% two or more races, 1.2% Asian, 0.3% American Indian or Alaska Native, and 0.2% another race.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Alexander Central High | 223 School Drive, Taylorsville, NC | 2 mi |
| Taylorsville Elementary | 100 7th Street SW, Taylorsville, NC | 2.2 mi |
| Alexander Early College | 345 Industrial Blvd, Taylorsville, NC | 2.5 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 28681?
$271,552 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 28681 an expensive ZIP code in the Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC area?
28681 ranks 10th of 21 ZIP codes in the Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC area by typical home value, more expensive than about 57% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 28681 changed over the past year?
+7.6% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
What is the population of ZIP code 28681?
26,117, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 28681?
Alexander Central High (2 mi), Taylorsville Elementary (2.2 mi), Alexander Early College (2.5 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 28681?
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 Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, 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.