| ZIP Code | 28216 |
|---|---|
| City | Charlotte |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Mecklenburg County |
| Area Code | 704 |
| Elevation | 796 ft |
| Latitude | 35.31019 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -80.889636 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37119 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.32 |
| Below Poverty | 11.2% ▲ 12% above avg |
| College Grads | 49.0% ▲ 26% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.3% ▼ 34% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 743 (2.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,439 (20.9%) |
| Some College | 2,251 (6.3%) |
| Associates | 7,707 (21.7%) |
| Bachelors | 4,251 (12%) |
| Graduate Degree | 13,141 (37%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $64,977 ▼ 15% below avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $246,100 ▼ 12% below avg ↑ 68% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,464/mo ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 24,902 |
| Vacant Units | 1,916 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.32 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 24,902 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,916 |
| Owner Occupied | 50.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 49.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.32 |
ZIP code 28216 is located in Charlotte, North Carolina, within Mecklenburg County. With a population of 54,052, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.6 years. Economically, 28216 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $64,977 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 28216 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $246,100 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,464 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (50.9%) and renters (49.1%). Median home values have increased by 68% since 2019.
The population of 28216 is majority Black (59.81%). Residents are well-educated — 49.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.2%. Household income has grown by 31% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 28216 stands at 3.3%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 38% — 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 55%.
Overall, ZIP code 28216 in Charlotte, NC is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 54,052 residents, a median household income of $64,977, and a median home value of $246,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.