| ZIP Code | 28209 |
|---|---|
| City | Charlotte |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Mecklenburg County |
| Area Code | 704/980 |
| Elevation | 664 ft |
| Latitude | 35.178714 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -80.853985 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37119 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.93 |
| Below Poverty | 8.2% ▼ 18% below avg |
| College Grads | 75.0% ▲ 94% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.6% ▼ 48% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 177 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,439 (8.4%) |
| Some College | 977 (5.7%) |
| Associates | 1,684 (9.9%) |
| Bachelors | 802 (4.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 12,009 (70.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $97,762 ▲ 28% above avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $596,000 ▲ 114% above avg ↑ 55% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,606/mo ↑ 38% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 13,410 |
| Vacant Units | 1,111 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.93 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 13,410 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,111 |
| Owner Occupied | 50.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 49.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.93 |
ZIP code 28209 is located in Charlotte, North Carolina, within Mecklenburg County. With a population of 23,945, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.9 years. Economically, 28209 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $97,762 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 28209 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $596,000 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,606 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (50.6%) and renters (49.4%). Median home values have increased by 55% since 2019.
The population of 28209 is primarily White (77.63%). Residents are highly educated — 75.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.2%. Household income has grown by 29% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 28209 stands at 2.6%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 26% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 63%.
Overall, ZIP code 28209 in Charlotte, NC is characterized as middle-income, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 23,945 residents, a median household income of $97,762, and a median home value of $596,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.