| ZIP Code | 28211 |
|---|---|
| City | Charlotte |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Mecklenburg County |
| Area Code | 704/980 |
| Elevation | 686 ft |
| Latitude | 35.166342 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -80.797285 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37119 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.9 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.44 |
| Below Poverty | 8.1% ▼ 19% below avg |
| College Grads | 76.9% ▲ 99% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.6% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 218 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,777 (8.3%) |
| Some College | 786 (3.7%) |
| Associates | 2,138 (10%) |
| Bachelors | 1,416 (6.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 14,995 (70.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $130,221 ▲ 71% above avg ↑ 45% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $701,900 ▲ 152% above avg ↑ 50% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,660/mo ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 15,061 |
| Vacant Units | 1,860 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.44 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 15,061 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,860 |
| Owner Occupied | 57.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 42.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.44 |
ZIP code 28211 is located in Charlotte, North Carolina, within Mecklenburg County. With a population of 32,637, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.9 years. Economically, 28211 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $130,221 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 28211 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $701,900 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,660 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (57.4%) and renters (42.6%). Median home values have increased by 50% since 2019.
The population of 28211 is primarily White (72.57%). Residents are highly educated — 76.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.1%. Household income has grown by 45% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 28211 stands at 4.6%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 27% — 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 65%.
Overall, ZIP code 28211 in Charlotte, NC is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 32,637 residents, a median household income of $130,221, and a median home value of $701,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.