28789 — Whittier, NC Home Values
Typical home value $336,561 as of June 2026 · 6th of 10 in Cullowhee, NC
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 28789, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 28789 compares in the Cullowhee, NC area
ZIP code 28789 (Whittier, NC) has a typical home value of $336,561 as of June 2026, ranking 6th of 10 ZIP codes tracked in the Cullowhee, NC area, more expensive than about 50% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved 0.0% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +31.7%, from $255,456 in June 2021 to $336,561 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 15.6× the annual rent ($1,800/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Cullowhee, NC forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Cullowhee.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 28789 has a population of 6,347, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 77.4% White, 9.7% American Indian or Alaska Native, 7.3% Hispanic or Latino, 4.4% two or more races, 1.1% Black or African American, and 0.1% another race.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smokey Mountain Elementary | 884 US Hwy 441N, Whittier, NC | 1.6 mi |
| Swain County East Elementary | 4747 Ela Rd, Bryson City, NC | 5.2 mi |
| Cherokee Central Elementary School | 130 Ravensford Drive, Cherokee, NC | 7.4 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 28789?
$336,561 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 28789 an expensive ZIP code in the Cullowhee, NC area?
28789 ranks 6th of 10 ZIP codes in the Cullowhee, NC area by typical home value, more expensive than about 50% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 28789 changed over the past year?
0.0% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 28789?
The typical home price is 15.6× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,800/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 28789?
6,347, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 28789?
Smokey Mountain Elementary (1.6 mi), Swain County East Elementary (5.2 mi), Cherokee Central Elementary School (7.4 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 28789?
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 Cullowhee, 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.