28478 — Willard, NC Home Values
Typical home value $229,550 as of June 2026 · 15th of 18 in Wilmington, NC
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 28478, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 28478 compares in the Wilmington, NC area
ZIP code 28478 (Willard, NC) has a typical home value of $229,550 as of June 2026, ranking 15th of 18 ZIP codes tracked in the Wilmington, NC area, more expensive than about 22% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +4.0% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +33.8%, from $171,551 in June 2021 to $229,550 in June 2026.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Wilmington, NC forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Wilmington.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 28478 has a population of 4,591, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 62.6% White, 27.6% Black or African American, 9.2% Hispanic or Latino, 0.3% another race, and 0.3% two or more races.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Penderlea Elementary | 11 Garden Road, Willard, NC | 0.9 mi |
| Pender High | 5380 NC Hwy 53 W, Burgaw, NC | 6.9 mi |
| Wallace Elementary | 4266 NC 11 S, Wallace, NC | 7.3 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 28478?
$229,550 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 28478 an expensive ZIP code in the Wilmington, NC area?
28478 ranks 15th of 18 ZIP codes in the Wilmington, NC area by typical home value, more expensive than about 22% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 28478 changed over the past year?
+4.0% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
What is the population of ZIP code 28478?
4,591, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 28478?
Penderlea Elementary (0.9 mi), Pender High (6.9 mi), Wallace Elementary (7.3 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 28478?
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 Wilmington, 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.