ZIP Code 28097, North Carolina
ZIP Code 28097 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 28097 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Cabarrus County / Stanly County, North Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 8,303. The land area covers 30.09 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,303 | ±802 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 37.5 yrs | ±5.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,048 | ±251 | 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 | 3,164 | ±268 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,048 | ±251 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 116 | ±88 |
| Median Home Value | $314,400 | ±$33,193 |
| Median Gross Rent | $876 | ±$63 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $76,594 | ±$20,047 |
| Per Capita Income | $34,235 | ±$3,963 |
| Poverty Rate | 13.4% | ±6.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,110 | ±520 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.4% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,612 | ±534 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89.6% | ±5.7% |
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: 244,925 (2024)
ID: 194503
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
PO BOX 707, CONCORD NC 28026-0707
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Kannapolis, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Concord, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Albemarle, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Albemarle, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Norwood, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Mint Hill, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Midland, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Concord, NC | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | Concord, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Concord, 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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Stanly Community College
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College | 9.3 mi away | 141 College Drive, Albemarle, NC, 28001 |
7049820121
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LOCUST BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 3.4 mi away | 213 TOWN CENTRE DR, LOCUST, NC, 28097 |
(704) 888-0103
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Pfeiffer University
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College | 14.4 mi away | 48380 US Hwy 52N, Misenheimer, NC, 28109-0960 |
7044631360
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OAKBORO BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 6.6 mi away | 214 S MAIN ST, OAKBORO, NC, 28129 |
(704) 485-4310
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Cabarrus College of Health Sciences
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College | 15.3 mi away | 401 Medical Park Drive, Concord, NC, 28025-3959 |
7044031555
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MIDLAND BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 6.9 mi away | 4297 C HWY 24/27 E, MIDLAND, NC, 28107 |
(704) 920-2040
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Empire Beauty School-Concord
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College Vocational | 18.6 mi away | Shoppes at Kings Grant 10075 Weddington Rd, Concord, NC, 28027 |
8009204593
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MT. PLEASANT BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 7.7 mi away | 8556 COOK ST, MT. PLEASANT, NC, 28124 |
(704) 920-2202
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University of North Carolina at Charlotte
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College | 19.1 mi away | 9201 University City Blvd, Charlotte, NC, 28223-0001 |
7046872000
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HISTORY CENTER
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Library | 11.6 mi away | 157 NORTH 2ND STREET, ALBEMARLE, NC, 28001 |
(704) 986-3777
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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 ALBEMARLE, NC US, located 13.0 miles from ZCTA5 28097. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50.9° | 30.9° | 40.9° | 3.80" | 0.4" |
| February | 54.7° | 33.3° | 44.0° | 2.96" | 0.0" |
| March | 62.5° | 40.4° | 51.5° | 3.99" | 0.4" |
| April | 71.5° | 48.3° | 59.9° | 3.74" | 0.0" |
| May | 78.7° | 57.3° | 68.0° | 3.50" | 0.0" |
| June | 85.5° | 65.7° | 75.6° | 4.74" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.6° | 69.2° | 78.9° | 5.23" | 0.0" |
| August | 87.2° | 68.1° | 77.7° | 4.85" | 0.0" |
| September | 81.3° | 61.5° | 71.4° | 4.62" | 0.0" |
| October | 72.6° | 49.6° | 61.1° | 3.59" | 0.0" |
| November | 62.0° | 39.6° | 50.8° | 3.34" | 0.0" |
| December | 53.8° | 34.2° | 44.0° | 3.92" | 0.0" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Locust city | City | 3.0 mi | — |
| Red Cross town | Town | 3.3 mi | — |
| Stanfield town | Town | 4.8 mi | — |
| Oakboro town | Town | 5.8 mi | — |
| Mount Pleasant town | Town | 7.1 mi | — |
| Millingport CDP | CDP | 7.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 28097. • 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.