The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 28146 sells for about $330,000, or $182 per square foot.
Prices are up +8.5% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 39 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $967 a month.
ZIP 28146 — Salisbury
The 28146 housing market shows moderate growth with a median price of $330,000, reflecting a 8.5% year-over-year increase. Demand remains steady, supported by the area's affordability relative to the Charlotte metro core, though inventory levels are beginning to normalize.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and commuters seeking a balance between suburban affordability and access to the Charlotte-Salisbury economic corridor.
Median prices moved up 8.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 39 days on market with 4.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 5.2% · poverty 11.4% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 8.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.5%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 28146, Rowan County NC
Crime rates in the Salisbury area are generally consistent with regional averages for similar-sized North Carolina municipalities, with property crime being the primary reported concern.
Schools serving the 28146 area are part of the Rowan-Salisbury School System, which maintains a mix of traditional and innovative magnet programs.
The area is primarily at risk for localized flooding during heavy rain events and occasional severe wind storms, with standard insurance coverage typically sufficient.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to the Charlotte metro area and local industrial expansion in Rowan County, with ongoing residential development in the 28146 corridor.
Property taxes are assessed by Rowan County and the City of Salisbury, with rates determined by the combined municipal and county millage; no special MUD/PID districts are widely reported for this ZIP.
Residents primarily commute via I-85 toward Charlotte or Salisbury employment hubs, with average commute times reflecting a suburban-to-urban transit pattern.
The area features access to local parks, proximity to High Rock Lake for water recreation, and various community golf courses within a short drive.
The rental market is characterized by moderate vacancy pressure and rising rents, driven by demand from commuters and those seeking more affordable alternatives to the Charlotte core.
The local economy is anchored by manufacturing, healthcare, and logistics, with significant employment provided by the Rowan-Salisbury school system and regional medical centers.
The area is served by I-85 and US-29, providing primary transit corridors for regional commuting.
Development is focused on residential infill and expansion of suburban housing stock to accommodate regional population growth.
The Rowan County Tax Assessor manages property valuations, with periodic revaluations conducted to align with market values.
Parcels are served by the Rowan-Salisbury School System and local fire/utility districts.
Property insurance premiums are stable, with standard coverage available for typical residential risks.
North Carolina continues to see positive net domestic migration, with the Charlotte metro area being a primary recipient of new residents.
North Carolina is a judicial foreclosure state, requiring court oversight for the foreclosure process.
Sellers are required to provide a residential property disclosure statement covering the condition of the property.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Village Park Splash Pad4.616.7 mi
- Washington Park4.512.9 mi
- Game Show Arena Live516.6 mi
- Cabarrus Arena & Events Center4.418.4 mi
- Village Park4.816.6 mi
- Denton Farmpark4.718.2 mi
- Warrior Golf Club4.414.5 mi
- Golden Corral Buffet & Grill4.218.4 mi
- N.C. Transportation Museum4.74.2 mi
- Tiger World4.68.7 mi
- Cinemark Tinseltown Salisbury4.34.3 mi
- Boone's Cave Park4.511.8 mi
- The Fun Factory4.36.9 mi
- N.C. Transportation Museum4.74.2 mi
- Southern Grace Distilleries4.916.7 mi
- Waterworks Visual Art Center4.74.9 mi
- Richard Childress Racing Museum4.919.9 mi
- North Carolina Music Hall Of Fame4.717.1 mi
- Dan Nicholas Park4.61.9 mi
- Tiger World4.68.7 mi
- Boone's Cave Park4.511.8 mi
- Buddle Creek Swim Area4.39.5 mi
- Salisbury Community Park4.610.5 mi
- Tamarac Marina & Restaurant4.44.9 mi
- Old North State Club4.919.2 mi
- High Rock Marina and Campground4.68.2 mi
- Sapona Golf Swim and Tennis Club4.512.1 mi
- The Revival Golf Course At The Crescent4.17.6 mi
- Mc Canless Golf Course4.12.6 mi
- Corbin Hills Golf Club43.3 mi
- Webb Road Flea Market4.38.6 mi
- Harris Teeter4.46.4 mi
- Marshalls4.54.1 mi
- Burlington45.7 mi
- Kohl's4.45.7 mi
- Concord-Padgett Regional Airport4.425.6 mi
- Taxi Charlotte. NC Yellow Taxi Charlotte3.527.8 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Major regional lake offering boating and fishing access.
Large municipal park with trails and sports facilities.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2025) (within 12.5%).