ZIP code 28631
Where is ZIP code 28631?
Grassy Creek, North Carolina
Ashe County · Standard ZIP code
ZIP code 28631 belongs to Grassy Creek, North Carolina in Ashe County. 28631 is a standard ZIP code, so it covers street addresses as well as PO Boxes. It is in the Eastern Time zone and uses area codes 276, 336 and 743. About 684 people live in the 28631 area. The closest ZIP codes are 28643 (Lansing, 4.7 mi west), 24363 (Mouth Of Wilson, 5.5 mi northeast) and 28617 (Crumpler, 5.9 mi southeast).
| ZIP code | 28631 |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard ZIP code for street addresses and PO Boxes |
| Status | Active |
| City | Grassy Creek |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Ashe County |
| Time zone | Eastern Time · now |
| Area codes | 276, 336, 743 |
| Coordinates | 36.5415, -81.4468 map |
| 3-digit prefix | 286 |
Population and income in 28631
| Population | 684 · lower than 86% of North Carolina ZIP codes |
|---|---|
| People per square mile | 29 · lower than 89% of North Carolina ZIP codes |
| Median age | 45.1 years · higher than 64% of North Carolina ZIP codes |
| Men / women | 35% / 65% |
| Income per person | $19,420 |
| Below the poverty line | 52% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher | 5.6% of adults 25+ |
| Housing units | 492 |
| Households | 267 (2.56 people on average) |
| Owners / renters | 72% / 28% |
| Land area | 23.25 sq mi (plus 0.33 sq mi of water) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2020–2024) for ZIP Code Tabulation Area 28631. Census ZIP areas are close to, but not exactly the same as, USPS delivery areas.
ZIP codes near 28631
| ZIP code | City | Distance | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28643 | Lansing, NC | 4.7 mi W | Standard |
| 24363 | Mouth Of Wilson, VA | 5.5 mi NE | Standard |
| 28617 | Crumpler, NC | 5.9 mi SE | Standard |
| 28672 | Scottville, NC | 7.7 mi SE | Standard |
| 28693 | Warrensville, NC | 8 mi SW | Standard |
| 28663 | Piney Creek, NC | 8.1 mi E | Standard |
| 24292 | Whitetop, VA | 9 mi NW | Standard |
| 28640 | Jefferson, NC | 9.2 mi S | Standard |
| 24378 | Troutdale, VA | 10.7 mi N | Standard |
| 28694 | West Jefferson, NC | 11.5 mi S | Standard |
| 28644 | Laurel Springs, NC | 12.3 mi SE | Standard |
| 28615 | Creston, NC | 13 mi SW | Standard |
Straight-line distance between ZIP code center points. Find every ZIP code within 10 miles of 28631 or measure the distance to another ZIP code.
How to address mail to 28631
123 MAIN ST
GRASSY CREEK NC 28631
Put the city, the two-letter state code and the ZIP code on the last line. Avoid Helton and Sussex: USPS doesn’t recognize them as the city for this ZIP code. Adding the 4-digit ZIP+4 code (28631-XXXX) helps mail sort faster but isn’t required.
Questions
- What city is ZIP code 28631?
- 28631 is a Grassy Creek, North Carolina ZIP code.
- What county is 28631 in?
- ZIP code 28631 is in Ashe County, North Carolina.
- What time zone is ZIP code 28631 in?
- 28631 is in the Eastern Time zone (America/New_York).
- What area code is 28631?
- Phone numbers in ZIP code 28631 use area codes 276, 336 and 743.
- What is the population of ZIP code 28631?
- About 684 people live in ZIP code 28631, according to the Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2020–2024).
- What ZIP codes are near 28631?
- The nearest ZIP codes to 28631 are 28643 (Lansing, 4.7 miles), 24363 (Mouth Of Wilson, 5.5 miles), 28617 (Crumpler, 5.9 miles) and 28672 (Scottville, 7.7 miles).