ZIP Code 28031, North Carolina
ZIP Code 28031 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 28031 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 31,733. The land area covers 13.98 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 31,733 | ±492 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 44.6 yrs | ±1.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 13,425 | ±458 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 14,497 | ±489 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 13,425 | ±458 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,072 | ±272 |
| Median Home Value | $547,400 | ±$46,428 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,747 | ±$58 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $113,368 | ±$9,433 |
| Per Capita Income | $78,105 | ±$5,670 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.6% | ±1.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,763 | ±525 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.5% | ±1.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 16,174 | ±643 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 96.8% | ±1.3% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 1,206,285 (2024)
ID: 171107
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: KATHY POND
600 E 4TH ST, CHARLOTTE NC 28202
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Harrisburg, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Charlotte, NC | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-11 | Huntersville, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Cornelius, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Newton, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Catawba, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Huntersville, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Huntersville, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Huntersville, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Huntersville, NC |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Davidson College
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College | 3.3 mi away | 405 N. Main Street, Davidson, NC, 28035 |
7048942000
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CORNELIUS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.8 mi away | 21105 CATAWBA AVE, CORNELIUS, NC, 28031 |
(704) 416-3800
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NASCAR Technical Institute
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College | 9.3 mi away | 220 Byers Creek Road, Mooresville, NC, 28117 |
8772012597
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NORTH COUNTY REGIONAL LIBRARY
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Library | 2.9 mi away | 16500 HOLLY CREST LANE, HUNTERSVILLE, NC, 28078 |
(704) 416-6600
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Pinnacle Institute of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 9.5 mi away | 461-C East Plaza Drive, Mooresville, NC, 28115 |
7042350185
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DAVIDSON BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 3.0 mi away | 119 S MAIN ST, DAVIDSON, NC, 28036 |
(704) 416-4000
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Empire Beauty School-Concord
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College Vocational | 12.8 mi away | Shoppes at Kings Grant 10075 Weddington Rd, Concord, NC, 28027 |
8009204593
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FLORENCE S. SHANKLIN BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 5.9 mi away | 7837 FAIRFIELD FOREST RD, DENVER, NC, 28037 |
(704) 483-3589
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University of North Carolina at Charlotte
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College | 14.9 mi away | 9201 University City Blvd, Charlotte, NC, 28223-0001 |
7046872000
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MOORESVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY WEST BRANCH
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Library | 7.6 mi away | 614 BRAWLEY SCHOOL ROAD, MOORESVILLE, NC, 28117 |
(704) 799-4200
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at CHARLOTTE DOUGLAS AP, NC US, located 17.7 miles from ZCTA5 28031. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52.3° | 31.8° | 42.1° | 3.49" | 1.6" |
| February | 56.6° | 34.9° | 45.7° | 3.13" | 1.1" |
| March | 64.2° | 41.2° | 52.7° | 3.95" | 0.3" |
| April | 73.2° | 49.1° | 61.1° | 3.84" | 0.0" |
| May | 80.1° | 58.0° | 69.0° | 3.36" | 0.0" |
| June | 86.9° | 66.2° | 76.6° | 3.99" | 0.0" |
| July | 90.3° | 69.9° | 80.1° | 3.74" | 0.0" |
| August | 88.6° | 68.7° | 78.6° | 4.35" | 0.0" |
| September | 82.8° | 62.6° | 72.7° | 3.71" | 0.0" |
| October | 73.3° | 50.4° | 61.9° | 3.16" | 0.0" |
| November | 62.9° | 39.8° | 51.4° | 3.31" | 0.1" |
| December | 54.9° | 34.5° | 44.7° | 3.57" | 0.4" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cornelius town | Town | 0.7 mi | — |
| Davidson town | Town | 4.1 mi | — |
| Westport CDP | CDP | 4.6 mi | — |
| Huntersville town | Town | 4.9 mi | — |
| Lake Norman of Iredell CDP | CDP | 5.6 mi | — |
| Lowesville CDP | CDP | 7.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 28031. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.