Zip Code 28421 — Atkinson, NC
28421 is a ZIP Code associated with Atkinson, NC, located within Pender. 28421 ranks #5 out of 6 ZIP codes in Pender County by population (and #594 out of 853 in NC). The area supports an estimated population of 2,010 residents across Data Pending housing units, with a population density of 13.7 people per square mile.
WorldPlaceData database updated: October 2026
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| Data Metric | Local Statistic |
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| Postal / Zip Code | 28421 |
| Primary City | Atkinson |
| State / Province | NC |
| County | Pender |
| Total Population | 2,010 |
| Median Household Income | Data Pending |
| Total Housing Units | Data Pending |
| Population Density | 13.7 people/sq mi |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
How 28421 Compares
| Metric | ZIP 28421 | Pender County | NC State Average |
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| Population | 2,010 | 60,176 (Total) | 10,730,463 (Total) |
| Average ZIP Income | Data Pending | N/A | N/A |
| Population Density | 13.7 /sq mi | -- | -- |
| County Pop Rank | #5 of 6 | -- | -- |
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