28217 ZIP Code – Charlotte, North Carolina
ZIP code 28217 is a large ZIP code located in Charlotte, North Carolina, within Mecklenburg County with a population of approximately 31,756 residents. The median household income is $59,635 — near the North Carolina average and below the national average. Homes in this ZIP code have a median value of $210,100, below the national average, with 30.0% owner-occupied housing (decreasing). , and the median rent of $1,387 is above the national average. Housing consists of 44% single-family (decreasing), 52% apartments (increasing).
The area reports an unemployment rate of 5.0%, near the national average. An estimated 20.5% of the population falls below the poverty line, well above the national figure. An estimated 35.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average. Residents have a median age of 31.7, below the U.S. median. The surrounding area includes ZIP codes 28209, 28273, 28203.
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ZIP 28217 vs. North Carolina vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 28217 | NC Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 31k | 12k | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $59k | $63k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $210k | $213k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $1,387 | $968 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 31.7 | 43.3 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.0% | 5.2% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 20.5% | 15.0% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 35.2% | 26.3% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 28209 – Charlotte
- 28273 – Charlotte
- 28203 – Charlotte
- 28208 – Charlotte
- 28210 – Charlotte
- 28274 – Charlotte
- 28207 – Charlotte
- 28282 – Charlotte
- 28244 – Charlotte
- 28280 – Charlotte
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28209 | CHARLOTTE | 23,719 | $92,452 |
| 28273 | CHARLOTTE | 46,663 | $83,822 |
| 28203 | CHARLOTTE | 17,989 | $99,507 |
| 28208 | CHARLOTTE | 40,502 | $48,819 |
| 28210 | CHARLOTTE | 46,811 | $90,050 |