| ZIP Code | 28213 |
|---|---|
| City | Charlotte |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Mecklenburg County |
| Area Code | 704/980 |
| Elevation | 740 ft |
| Latitude | 35.286229 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -80.735231 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37119 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 32.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.46 |
| Below Poverty | 19.9% ▲ 99% above avg |
| College Grads | 50.0% ▲ 29% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.7% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 712 (2.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,790 (19%) |
| Some College | 1,920 (7.6%) |
| Associates | 5,169 (20.5%) |
| Bachelors | 3,160 (12.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,409 (37.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $55,612 ▼ 27% below avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $251,700 ▼ 10% below avg ↑ 49% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,341/mo ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 20,484 |
| Vacant Units | 2,009 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.46 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 20,484 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,009 |
| Owner Occupied | 46.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 53.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.46 |
ZIP code 28213 is located in Charlotte, North Carolina, within Mecklenburg County. With a population of 45,676, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 32.6 years. Economically, 28213 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $55,612 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 28213 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $251,700 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,341 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (46.2%) and renters (53.9%). Median home values have increased by 49% since 2019.
The population of 28213 is racially diverse, with Black as the largest group at 48.1%. Residents are well-educated — 50.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 19.9%. Household income has grown by 21% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 28213 stands at 4.7%, 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 60%.
Overall, ZIP code 28213 in Charlotte, NC is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 45,676 residents, a median household income of $55,612, and a median home value of $251,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.