28168 — Vale, NC Home Values
Typical home value $301,438 as of June 2026 · 7th of 21 in Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 28168, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 28168 compares in the Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC area
ZIP code 28168 (Vale, NC) has a typical home value of $301,438 as of June 2026, ranking 7th of 21 ZIP codes tracked in the Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC area, more expensive than about 71% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +4.3% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +37.9%, from $218,560 in June 2021 to $301,438 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 28168 has a population of 10,436, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 87.2% White, 6.8% Hispanic or Latino, 4% Black or African American, 1.7% two or more races, and 0.1% Asian.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Banoak Elementary | 7651 W NC 10 Hwy, Vale, NC | 2.1 mi |
| Union Elementary | 4875 Reepsville Rd, Vale, NC | 4 mi |
| North Brook Elementary | 642 Hwy 274, Vale, NC | 4.3 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 28168?
$301,438 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 28168 an expensive ZIP code in the Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC area?
28168 ranks 7th of 21 ZIP codes in the Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC area by typical home value, more expensive than about 71% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 28168 changed over the past year?
+4.3% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
What is the population of ZIP code 28168?
10,436, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 28168?
Banoak Elementary (2.1 mi), Union Elementary (4 mi), North Brook Elementary (4.3 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 28168?
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.