28556 — Merritt, NC Home Values
Typical home value $334,336 as of June 2026 · 3rd of 15 in New Bern, NC
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 28556, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 28556 compares in the New Bern, NC area
ZIP code 28556 (Merritt, NC) has a typical home value of $334,336 as of June 2026, ranking 3rd of 15 ZIP codes tracked in the New Bern, NC area, more expensive than about 87% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +8.6% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +37.6%, from $242,974 in June 2021 to $334,336 in June 2026.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the New Bern, NC forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in New Bern.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 28556 has a population of 923, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 96.7% White, 3% two or more races, and 0.4% Hispanic or Latino.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pamlico County Middle | 15526 NC Hwy 55 East, Bayboro, NC | 7.1 mi |
| Fred A Anderson Elementary | 515 Anderson Drive, Bayboro, NC | 8 mi |
| Pamlico County High | 601 Main Street, Bayboro, NC | 8 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 28556?
$334,336 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 28556 an expensive ZIP code in the New Bern, NC area?
28556 ranks 3rd of 15 ZIP codes in the New Bern, NC area by typical home value, more expensive than about 87% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 28556 changed over the past year?
+8.6% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
What is the population of ZIP code 28556?
923, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 28556?
Pamlico County Middle (7.1 mi), Fred A Anderson Elementary (8 mi), Pamlico County High (8 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 28556?
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 New Bern, 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.