| ZIP Code | 28110 |
|---|---|
| City | Monroe |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Union County |
| Area Code | 704/980 |
| Elevation | 615 ft |
| Latitude | 35.066044 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -80.509089 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37179 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.9 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.96 |
| Below Poverty | 11.0% ▲ 10% above avg |
| College Grads | 35.8% ▼ 8% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.2% ▼ 15% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,149 (3.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 10,016 (30.8%) |
| Some College | 4,811 (14.8%) |
| Associates | 4,868 (15%) |
| Bachelors | 3,430 (10.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,206 (25.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $81,221 ≈ Avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $302,600 ▲ 9% above avg ↑ 65% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,313/mo ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 20,236 |
| Vacant Units | 1,451 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.96 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 20,236 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,451 |
| Owner Occupied | 75.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 24.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.96 |
ZIP code 28110 is located in Monroe, North Carolina, within Union County. With a population of 55,807, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.9 years. Economically, 28110 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $81,221 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 28110 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $302,600 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,313 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 75.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 65% since 2019.
The population of 28110 is majority White (62.76%). Residents are moderately educated — 35.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.0%. Household income has grown by 30% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 28110 stands at 4.2%, which is near the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 28110 in Monroe, NC is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 55,807 residents, a median household income of $81,221, and a median home value of $302,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.