Question 1

Is 28557 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 28557 in Morehead City has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Morehead City city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 28557 and checking the local police department's crime mapping tool for current incident patterns before making decisions is recommended.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 28557?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 28557 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 28557. Schools in this area perform significantly above state averages — proficiency rates consistently outpace both the city and national benchmarks. For families prioritizing public school quality, 28557 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Morehead City. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 EdFacts assessment data; individual school performance may vary, and reviewing each school's most recent state report card is recommended.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 28557?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 28557 is approximately $415K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 28557 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 28557 is available in the Full Market Report. Prices fluctuate with market conditions; Zillow data reflects trailing sale prices, not current listing prices.

Question 4

Is 28557 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 28557 has an overall NeighborScore of 65/100, placing it in the moderate range for Morehead City. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 65/100, 28557 scores similarly to the middle tier of Morehead City neighborhoods — neither among the strongest nor the weakest performers. Individual priorities (commute, school age, budget) should guide how much weight you give this composite vs. the component scores.

Morehead City — ZIP 28557

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Morehead City Middle	06–08	—	—	—
West Carteret High	08–12	—	—	—
Morehead Elem at Camp Glenn	04–05	—	—	—
Morehead City Primary	PK–03	—	—	—