28761 — Nebo, NC Home Values
Typical home value $382,325 as of June 2026 · 1st of 3 in Marion, NC
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 28761, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 28761 compares in the Marion, NC area
ZIP code 28761 (Nebo, NC) has a typical home value of $382,325 as of June 2026, ranking 1st of 3 ZIP codes tracked in the Marion, NC area, the most expensive ZIP code in the metro. Prices here have moved +0.3% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +19.6%, from $319,774 in June 2021 to $382,325 in June 2026.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Marion, NC forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Marion.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 28761 has a population of 7,884, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 94.2% White, 3.2% Black or African American, 1.5% Hispanic or Latino, 0.9% two or more races, and 0.2% American Indian or Alaska Native.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Nebo Elementary School | 254 Nebo School Road, Nebo, NC | 2.1 mi |
| McDowell Academy for Innovation | 54 College Drive, Marion, NC | 3.9 mi |
| McDowell Early College | 54 College Drive, Marion, NC | 3.9 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 28761?
$382,325 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 28761 an expensive ZIP code in the Marion, NC area?
28761 ranks 1st of 3 ZIP codes in the Marion, NC area by typical home value, the most expensive ZIP code in the metro.
How much have home values in 28761 changed over the past year?
+0.3% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
What is the population of ZIP code 28761?
7,884, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 28761?
Nebo Elementary School (2.1 mi), McDowell Academy for Innovation (3.9 mi), McDowell Early College (3.9 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 28761?
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 Marion, 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.