28657 Newland, NC is a small community located in Avery County with a population of 9,298 and a population density of 58 people per square mile. This rural area is home to an array of local businesses such as the Farmer's Market, The Fishin' Hole Sporting Goods Store, and Carroll's Grocery Store. There are also ample opportunities for year-round outdoor activities such as hiking the Overmountain Victory Trail, mountain biking at Sugar Mountain Resort, skiing at Beech Mountain Resort, camping at Grandfather Mountain State Park, and fishing in the nearby Watauga River. The town also boast many organizations dedicated to preserving the unique history and culture of the area including the Avery County Historical Society and Museum. For sports fans there are plenty of exciting local events like the \"Polar Express 5K\" race held every winter and the \"Big Hungry Fun Run\" held every summer.
The population in Newland (zip 28657) is 9,298. There are 58 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Newland (zip 28657) is 50.5, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Newland (zip 28657) is 2.1, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Newland (zip 28657)
- 58.2% are married
- 9.4% are divorced
- 32.1% are married with children
- 9.5% have children, but are single
Race in Newland (zip 28657)
- 90.8% are White
- 0.2% are Black
- 1.4% are Asian
- 0.1% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 7.3% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.2% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander