Charlotte, NC (Zip Code 28280) is located in Mecklenburg County and has a population of 859,035 according to the 2019 US Census Bureau. It is the most populated city in North Carolina and has a population density of 1,918 people per square mile. The city boasts many businesses such as Bank of America, Harris Teeter, Hornet's Nest Park, and CVS Pharmacy. Year-round outdoor activities are available for residents to enjoy including walking trails at Freedom Park or McDowell Nature Preserve as well as kayaking on Mountain Island Lake. There are also several organizations that serve the diverse Charlotte population such as the Urban League of Central Carolinas, which provides educational opportunities to families in need, or RAIN Inc., which helps survivors of domestic violence in Mecklenburg County. Local sporting events are popular in the area with professional teams including the Charlotte Hornets Basketball team and Charlotte Knights baseball team playing at Spectrum Center and BB&T Ballpark respectively.