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ZIP Code 28668

Alleghany, North Carolina

FIPS 28668

Juniper

ZIP Code 28668 is in the bottom 16% nationally for FEMA risk score.

FEMA Risk Score

89.7

Higher than 84% of U.S. ZIP codes

The basics

Total Population

40

Median Age

55.8

Climate & weather

Ranked against U.S. ZIP codes.

Summer Avg High (°F)

81.8

Winter Avg Low (°F)

24.2

Avg Temperature (°F)

52.6

Hot Days/yr (>90°F)

12.4

Freezing Days/yr (<32°F)

108.4

Annual Precipitation (in)

56.3

Annual Snowfall (in)

18.6

Flood & disaster risk

Ranked against U.S. ZIP codes.

FEMA Risk Score

89.7

Higher than 84%

The full report

Six pillars — each with percentile benchmarks, 16-year trends, and per-metric detail.

  • People

  • Work & Money

  • Housing

  • Amenities

  • Environment & Risk

ZIP Code 28668: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in ZIP Code 28668?
ZIP Code 28668 averages 52.6°F year-round, summer highs near 81.8°F, winter lows around 24.2°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). It sees about 18.6 inches of snow a year.
Is ZIP Code 28668 at risk of flooding or natural disasters?
ZIP Code 28668's FEMA National Risk Index score is 89.7 (higher than 84% of U.S. ZIP codes). Its greatest modeled natural hazard is tornado.

Sources: U.S. Census ACS, FEMA National Risk Index, FHFA House Price Index, OpenStreetMap, EPA. Explore the map →