Bostic
Town in Rutherford County, North Carolina

Bostic is a town in Rutherford County, North Carolina, with 355 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 948 ft (289 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Forest City, 2.8 miles SW.
- 355residents (2020 Census)
- 948 ftelevation · 289 m
- 0.9 sq miland area · 2.4 km²
- 381 / sq mipopulation density
- 28043ZIP code
About Bostic
Bostic is a town in Rutherford County, North Carolina, United States. The population was 355 at the 2020 census.
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Living in Bostic
- Median household income
- $57,813
- Median home value
- $171,900
- Median rent
- $855/mo
- Median age
- 38.7
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Bostic had 355 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 355 |
|---|---|
| Density | 381 per sq mi (147 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Bostic at a glance
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
|---|---|
| County | Rutherford County |
| Type | Town |
| Population | 355 (2020) |
| Land area | 0.93 sq mi (2.4 km²) |
| Elevation | 948 ft (289 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.3625° N, 81.8360° W |
| ZIP code | 28043 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 3707220 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Bostic
- Forest City2.8 mi SW
- Ellenboro4.7 mi SE
- Spindale4.9 mi W
- Caroleen6.2 mi SE
- Ruth6.3 mi W
- Rutherfordton7.1 mi W
- Henrietta7.4 mi S
- Cliffside8.9 mi SE
- Mooresboro8.9 mi SE
- Lattimore10.4 mi E
- Polkville11.4 mi E
- Kingstown12.2 mi E
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Bostic
What county is Bostic in?
Bostic is in Rutherford County, North Carolina.
What is the population of Bostic, NC?
355 people lived in Bostic at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Bostic, NC?
The ZIP code of Bostic is 28043.
What is the elevation of Bostic?
948 feet (289 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Bostic?
Forest City (2.8 mi), Ellenboro (4.7 mi), Spindale (4.9 mi), Caroleen (6.2 mi), Ruth (6.3 mi).
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