28609 — Catawba, NC Home Values
Typical home value $321,647 as of June 2026 · 3rd of 21 in Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 28609, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 28609 compares in the Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC area
ZIP code 28609 (Catawba, NC) has a typical home value of $321,647 as of June 2026, ranking 3rd of 21 ZIP codes tracked in the Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC area, more expensive than about 90% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +3.2% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +33.4%, from $241,124 in June 2021 to $321,647 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 28609 has a population of 6,617, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 88.9% White, 5% Hispanic or Latino, 4.9% Black or African American, and 1.2% two or more races.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Catawba Elementary School | 5415 Hudson Chapel Road, Catawba, NC | 1.9 mi |
| Catawba Rosenwald Education Center | 403 6th Ave SW, Catawba, NC | 1.9 mi |
| Mill Creek Middle | 1041 Shiloh Road, Claremont, NC | 2.6 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 28609?
$321,647 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 28609 an expensive ZIP code in the Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC area?
28609 ranks 3rd of 21 ZIP codes in the Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC area by typical home value, more expensive than about 90% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 28609 changed over the past year?
+3.2% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
What is the population of ZIP code 28609?
6,617, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 28609?
Catawba Elementary School (1.9 mi), Catawba Rosenwald Education Center (1.9 mi), Mill Creek Middle (2.6 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 28609?
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.