| ZIP Code | 28210 |
|---|---|
| City | Charlotte |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Mecklenburg County |
| Area Code | 704/980 |
| Elevation | 647 ft |
| Latitude | 35.130509 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -80.856685 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37119 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.29 |
| Below Poverty | 8.7% ▼ 13% below avg |
| College Grads | 69.8% ▲ 80% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.8% ▼ 23% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 290 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,476 (11.3%) |
| Some College | 1,587 (5.2%) |
| Associates | 3,909 (12.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,842 (6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 19,587 (63.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $94,145 ▲ 23% above avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $486,000 ▲ 74% above avg ↑ 49% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,444/mo ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 22,376 |
| Vacant Units | 1,649 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.29 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 22,376 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,649 |
| Owner Occupied | 55.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 44.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.29 |
ZIP code 28210 is located in Charlotte, North Carolina, within Mecklenburg County. With a population of 47,537, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.3 years. Economically, 28210 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $94,145 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 28210 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $486,000 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,444 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (55.2%) and renters (44.8%). Median home values have increased by 49% since 2019.
The population of 28210 is majority White (60.18%). Residents are highly educated — 69.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.7%. Household income has grown by 31% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 28210 stands at 3.8%, which is below the national average. About 23% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 63%.
Overall, ZIP code 28210 in Charlotte, NC is characterized as middle-income, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 47,537 residents, a median household income of $94,145, and a median home value of $486,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.