28043 — Forest City, NC Home Values
Typical home value $193,937 as of June 2026 · 5th of 8 in Forest City, NC
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 28043, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 28043 compares in the Forest City, NC area
ZIP code 28043 (Forest City, NC) has a typical home value of $193,937 as of June 2026, ranking 5th of 8 ZIP codes tracked in the Forest City, NC area, more expensive than about 50% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +6.8% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +20.4%, from $161,031 in June 2021 to $193,937 in June 2026.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Forest City, NC forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Forest City.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 28043 has a population of 20,896, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 70% White, 13.9% Black or African American, 8.9% Hispanic or Latino, 5.8% two or more races, 0.9% Asian, 0.4% another race, and 0.1% American Indian or Alaska Native.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Forrest W. Hunt Elementary School | 100 Forrest Hunt Drive, Forest City, NC | 1.3 mi |
| Rutherford Opportunity Center | 140 Old Caroleen Road, Forest City, NC | 1.4 mi |
| Forest City-Dunbar Elementary School | 286 Learning Parkway, Forest City, NC | 2.4 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 28043?
$193,937 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 28043 an expensive ZIP code in the Forest City, NC area?
28043 ranks 5th of 8 ZIP codes in the Forest City, NC area by typical home value, more expensive than about 50% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 28043 changed over the past year?
+6.8% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
What is the population of ZIP code 28043?
20,896, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 28043?
Forrest W. Hunt Elementary School (1.3 mi), Rutherford Opportunity Center (1.4 mi), Forest City-Dunbar Elementary School (2.4 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 28043?
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 Forest City, 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.