28542 Camp Lejeune, NC - Marine Corps Base Mail Services

ZIP Code 28542, Camp Lejeune

Military

LocationOnslow County, NC

Area32.8 sq mi

Population3,536

Households12

PO Boxes0 No PO Boxes

Median Age20.8 years (Young)

Also Known AsLejeune, Cp Lejeunemcb, Cp Lejeune Mcb

ZIP CreatedBefore Oct 2004

Key Facts

This ZIP has no PO Boxes despite being classified as a PO Box ZIP. All 1,082 delivery points use building addresses and unit mailrooms served by city carrier routes.
With 3,483 group quarters residents out of 3,536 total population (98.5%), this serves military barracks and unit facilities rather than traditional households.
The population-to-household ratio of 294.7 to 1 is among the most extreme in the nation, indicating nearly everyone lives in institutional military housing.
Median age of 20.8 years reflects the young enlisted Marine population stationed at infantry and combat support units.
The ZIP+4 database lists 75 distinct military units as named buildings, including battalions from the 2d Marine Division, II MEF headquarters, and three Marine Expeditionary Units (22d, 24th, 26th MEU).
McHugh Boulevard serves as the primary mail artery with 993 of 1,082 delivery records, functioning as the base's main administrative corridor.

Base Overview

Camp Lejeune's 28542 ZIP serves the operational heart of one of the largest Marine Corps installations on the East Coast. With 3,536 residents and only 12 household units, this isn't a residential community. It's a military base where 98.5% of the population (3,483 people) lives in group quarters: barracks, transient billeting, and unit facilities.

Military Mail System

Mail here works differently than civilian addresses. The ZIP+4 system recognizes 75 named military units, from infantry battalions (1st Bn 2d Mar, 2d Bn 6th Mar) to support commands (2d Medical Bn, 2d Supply Bn) to deployed Marine Expeditionary Units (22d MEU, 24th MEU, 26th MEU). Most mail flows through McHugh Boulevard, which accounts for 993 of the 1,082 delivery records in this ZIP. Unit mail clerks distribute incoming mail to individual Marines through their chain of command.

Population and Personnel

The median age of 20.8 years reflects the young enlisted population. These are primarily junior Marines in infantry regiments, artillery battalions, and combat support units of the 2d Marine Division and II Marine Expeditionary Force. The Census counted 2,092 white residents, 398 Black, 271 Asian, and significant Hispanic representation (though specific count not separately tracked for this military population).

Despite the PO Box classification in USPS databases, this ZIP has no PO Boxes. All 1,082 delivery points use city carrier routes (2 distinct routes), delivering to building addresses and unit mailrooms. The classification as "P" is a legacy database designation that doesn't match current operations. Jacksonville (28540, 28541, 28546) provides the standard civilian ZIP codes for the broader Camp Lejeune area.

Major Commands and Units

Aliases accepted for mailing include "CAMP LEJEUNE" (primary), "JACKSONVILLE," and historical references like "LEJEUNE" and "CP LEJEUNE MCB" (both recognized but not valid for mail). The base houses major commands: II MEF (Marine Expeditionary Force), 2d Marine Division, 2d Force Service Support Group, and numerous subordinate units. School of Infantry, Marine Combat Training Battalion, and specialized schools also operate within this ZIP.

Mailing to Service Members

To mail to someone at Camp Lejeune under this ZIP, you need the service member's rank, full name, unit designation, and building number if applicable. The address format typically follows:

[Rank] [Full Name]

[Unit Name]

PSC Box [Number] (if applicable) or [Building/Unit Address]

Camp Lejeune, NC 28542

Mail addressed to deployed units (MEUs) forwards through established military postal channels. The Consolidated Post Office manages mail distribution for transient personnel, while individual units handle routine delivery to assigned Marines.

Street Name Patterns

Military Unit Addresses Administrative Corridors

McHugh Boulevard dominates with 993 delivery points (92% of all records), serving as the main mail distribution corridor. PSC (Postal Service Center) addresses indicate centralized mail handling for deployed or transient units.

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Population & Demographics

ZIP Code 28542 has 3,536 residents and 12 households (average 4.42 persons per household). The median age is 20.8 years, significantly younger than the state (39.4) and significantly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 86.3% male and 13.7% female, which is much higher than the state male share (48.5%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (59.2%, slightly lower than the state average of 62.2%) and Hispanic or Latino (27.9%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 27.9%, which is much higher than the state average (10.7%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.

2020 Population:	3,536Source: Census DHC
2024 ACS Population Estimate:	3,508Source: Census ACS
2026 ZC Population Estimate:	0Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:	2,221.1 people per sq mile
Average Income:	$125,491Source: Census ACS

Households:	12Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:	$666,666,666Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:	4.42Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:	3.64Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)

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Group	2010	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023	2024
Census ACS Population Estimate	--	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	3,056	3,348	3,559	3,508
Decennial Census	0	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	3,536	--	--	--	--

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)

Median Age: 20.8

Male Median Age: 20.8

Female Median Age: 21.1

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Group	< 5	5-9	10-14	15-19	20-24	25-29	30-34	35-39	45-49	60-64
Male	7	6	2	1,111	1,591	273	34	29	0	0
Female	2	5	1	165	240	54	10	3	2	1
Total	9	11	3	1,276	1,831	327	44	32	2	1

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

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Population by Race

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White:	2,092	49.66%
Black:	398	9.45%
Hispanic:*	985	23.38%
Asian:	271	6.43%
American Indian:	9	0.21%
Hawaiian:	117	2.78%
Other:	341	8.09%
Total:	4,213	100%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

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Gender Breakdown

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Gender	Count	%	Median Age
Males:	3,053	86.34%	20.8 years
Females:	483	13.66%	21.1 years
Total:	3,536	100%	20.8 years

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship

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Native, born in the United States:	3,200	91.22%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:	98	2.79%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:	105	2.99%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:	105	5.99%
Total Population:	3,508	100%
Total Native Population:	3,298	94.01%
Total Foreign-born Population:	210	5.99%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment

In 2024, the Median household income is $125,491, which is much higher than the national median ($78,538), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $125,491. Family households earn a median of $125,491 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $125,491). By gender, male median income is $25,678 and female is $24,669, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $1,009 that has widened from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 5,020.6%, which is markedly above the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 0.0%, which is markedly below the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (63.5%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)

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Income Type	2011	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023	2024
Median Household Income	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$107,685	$108,125	$112,981	$125,491
Median Family Income	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$107,685	$108,125	$112,981	$125,491
Median NonFamily Income	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0
Median Male Income	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$25,782	$24,663	$25,122	$25,678
Median Female Income	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$28,750	$38,676	$25,265	$24,669

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income

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Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

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Employment Status

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Employed:	52	76.47%
Unemployed:	0	0.00%
Not In Labor Force:	16	23.53%
Total:	68	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)

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Management, business, science, and arts:	33	63.46%
Service:	0	0.00%
Sales and Office:	0	0.00%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:	0	0.00%
Production, transportation, and material moving:	19	36.54%
Total Civilian Employed Population:	52	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability

In 2024, the median home value is $0, which is much lower than the national median ($303,400), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. The median gross rent is $1,451, which is notably higher than the national median ($1,348), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $1,451. Insufficient data for owner/renter mix. Insufficient data for vacancy rate.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)

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Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023	2024
Median Home Value	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid

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Less than $500:	0	0.00%
$500 to $999:	0	0.00%
$1,000 to $1,499:	28	62.22%
$1,500 to $1,999:	17	37.78%
$2,000 to $2,499:	0	0.00%
$2,500 to $2,999:	0	0.00%
$3,000 or more:	0	0.00%
No Rent:	0	0.00%
Total:	45	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023	2024
Median Rent	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$1,606	$2,053	$1,607	$1,451

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy

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Owner Occupied (with mortgage):	0	0.00%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):	0	0.00%
Renter Occupied:	45	100.00%
Total Occupied Housing Units:	45	100%

Occupied Housing Units:	45	100.00%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):	0	0.00%
Total Housing Units:	45	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)

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Single-Family Units:	45	100.00%
Multi-Family Units:	0	0.00%
Other Units:	0	0.00%
Total Housing Units:	45	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community

In 2024, 43.30% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is comparable to the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 100.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.60%). Private coverage is 100.00%, which is well above the national rate (67.30%). Public coverage is 0.00%, which is far lower than the national rate (36.30%). The share of people in poverty is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%). Poverty has been broadly stable, which may reflect structural barriers or offsetting gains and setbacks. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is college (61.67%). College enrollment is 61.67%, which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)

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Less than 9th grade:	0	0.00%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:	0	0.00%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):	95	33.45%
Some college, no degree:	57	20.07%
Associate's degree:	9	3.17%
Bachelor's degree:	115	40.49%
Graduate or professional degree:	8	2.82%
Total:	284	100%
High school or higher:	284	100.00%
Bachelor's degree or higher:	123	43.31%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

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Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)

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Private Insurance:	127	100.00%
Public Insurance:	0	0.00%
No Insurance:	0	0.00%
Total:	127	100%
Has Health Insurance:	127	100.00%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2024)

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023	2024
% of People in Poverty	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)

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Nursery School, Preschool:	20	33.33%
Kindergarten:	0	0.00%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):	3	5.00%
High school (grades 9-12):	0	0.00%
College or graduate school:	37	61.67%
Total:	60	100%
Early Childhood:	20	33.33%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):	3	5.00%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

City:	Camp Lejeune, North Carolina
City Alias:	Jacksonville
Names to Avoid:	Cp Lejeune MCB, Cp Lejeunemcb
County:	Onslow County
Timezone:	Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:	8:01:10 PM
Population:	3,536 [See All]
Area Codes:	472 / 910
Classification:	PO Box
Coordinates:	34.6449, -77.3212
Land Area:	1.592 sq mi
Quick Link:	https://www.zip-codes.com/zip-code/28542/zip-code-28542.asp

# Residential Mailboxes:	0Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:	0Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:	0Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:	0Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:	0Source: USPS

# of Businesses:	39Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:	$13,894,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:	$60,224,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:	923Source: CBP

CBSA Name:	Jacksonville, NCSource: Census
CBSA Number:	27340Source: Census
CBSA Type:	MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:	--Source: Census
CBSA Population:	177,772Source: Census
MSA:	Jacksonville, NC MSASource: Census
Land Area:	1.592 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:	--Source: Census

Congressional District:	03Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:	7810.08 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:	--Source: Census
Intro Date:	< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:	--Source: Census
Place Name:	--Source: Census

ZIP Code 28542 in Camp Lejeune, NC

28542 Camp Lejeune, NC - Marine Corps Base Mail Services

ZIP Code 28542, Camp Lejeune

Key Facts

Base Overview

Military Mail System

Population and Personnel

Major Commands and Units

Mailing to Service Members

Street Name Patterns

Population & Demographics

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)

Population by Race

Gender Breakdown

Nativity & Citizenship

Income & Employment

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)

Average Household Income

Employment Status

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)

Housing & Affordability

Median Home Value (Comparison)

Median Home Value Over Time

Gross Rent Paid

Median Gross Rent Over Time

Housing Occupancy

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)

Education, Health & Community

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2024)

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)

Business & Employment Statistics

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes

Schools in ZIP Code 28542

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 28542

Sources & References