Monroe, North Carolina
Monroe: city in and county seat of Union County, North Carolina, United States
About
Monroe is a city located in the county of Union in the U.S. state of North Carolina. Its population at the 2010 census was 32,797 and a population density of 509 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 35,668 inhabitants.
The city was created 183 years ago in 1842.
Quick Facts about Monroe
| Population | 35,668 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | North Carolina (United States) |
| County | Union County |
| Postal code | 28110–28112 |
| Area | 64.49 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 34.9854,-80.5495 |
| Altitude | 591 feet / 180 meters |
| Capital city | Monroe is capital of Union County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1843 (183 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 03:59:45 (14th April 2026) |
| Density | 553 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 8.05% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 88℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Monroe is located at 34°59'8"N 80°32'58"W (34.9854300, -80.5495100).
Monroe map
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Official website of Monroe
Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Monroe increased by 8.05% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 32,797 | - | census |
| 2011 | 33,288 | 1.48% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 33,591 | 0.9% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 33,820 | 0.68% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 34,192 | 1.09% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 34,423 | 0.67% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 34,779 | 1.02% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 35,225 | 1.27% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 35,415 | 0.54% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 35,540 | 0.35% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 35,668 | 0.36% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Monroe
1Treehouse Vineyards
301 Bay St, Monroe, NC 28112, United States View details
Phone: +17042834208 | Website available
2Belk-Tonawanda Park
217 I B Shive Dr, Monroe, NC 28110, United States View details
Phone: +17042824651 | Website available
3Why Not An American Ark
3224 Medlin Rd, Monroe, NC 28112, United States View details
Phone: +17042265407 | Website available
4Union County Special Events Center
307 Cultivation Circle, Monroe, NC 28112, United States View details
Phone: +17042833513 | Website available
Where to Eat in Monroe
1Logan's Roadhouse
2336 W Roosevelt Blvd, Monroe, NC 28110, United States View details
Phone: +17042257240 | Website available
2O'Charley’s Restaurant & Bar
2412 W Roosevelt Blvd, Monroe, NC 28110, United States View details
Phone: +17042388554 | Website available
3Golden Corral Buffet & Grill
2507 W Roosevelt Blvd, Monroe, NC 28110, United States View details
Phone: +17042269718 | Website available
4Monterrey of Monroe
1006 W Roosevelt Blvd, Monroe, NC 28110, United States View details
Phone: +17042891320 | Website available
5Cook Out
1410 W Roosevelt Blvd, Monroe, NC 28110, United States View details
Phone: +17042837379 | Website available
Where to Stay in Monroe
1Holiday Inn Express & Suites Monroe, an IHG Hotel
2505 W Roosevelt Blvd, Monroe, NC 28110, United States View details
Phone: +17047741779 | Website available
2Super 8 by Wyndham Monroe
350 Venus St, Monroe, NC 28112, United States View details
Phone: +17047748719 | Website available
3Best Western Inn & Suites - Monroe
2316 Hanover Dr, Monroe, NC 28110, United States View details
Phone: +17042834746 | Website available
4Quality Inn & Suites
2351 W. Roosevelt Blvd Hwy. 74, 2351 W Roosevelt Blvd, Monroe, NC 28110, United States View details
Phone: +17042839600 | Website available
5Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlotte Monroe
1825 Williams Rd, Monroe, NC 28110, United States View details
Phone: +19802902190 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Monroe
1Monroe City Hall
300 W Crowell St, Monroe, NC 28112 View details
Phone: +17042824500
2Monroe Public Information Ofcr
300 W Crowell St, Monroe, NC 28112, United States View details
Phone: +17042824542 | Website available
People born in Monroe (43)
People born in Monroe, including politician Jesse Helms, judge John J. Parker, politician Thomas Walter Bickett, .
More notable people
- David Franklin Houston (American academic, businessman and politician (1866-1940)) he was born in 17/02/1866
- Joel Hailey (American musician) he was born in 10/06/1971
- Carlo Curley (American musician) he was born in 24/08/1952
- Speedy Thompson (American racing driver) he was born in 03/04/1926
- Pat Cohen (American musician) she was born in 29/04/1957
- Adrian Autry (American basketball player and coach) he was born in 28/02/1972
- Robert F. Williams (American civil rights activist) he was born in 26/02/1925
- Andy Tomberlin (American baseball player) he was born in 07/11/1966
- Baxter Price (former NASCAR driver) he was born in 29/11/1938
- Calvin Richardson (American singer) he was born in 16/12/1976
- Carroll McCray (American football coach) he was born in 04/02/1962
- Dave Coble (American baseball player) he was born in 24/12/1912
- Dave Lutz (American football player) he was born in 20/12/1959
- Gil Coan (American baseball player) he was born in 18/05/1922
- Grover Covington (Canadian football player) he was born in 25/03/1956
- Hugh Howey (American fiction writer) he was born in 23/06/1975
- Jerry Rushing (American bootlegger (1937-2017)) he was born in 01/09/1937
- Jeff McNeely (American baseball player) he was born in 18/10/1969
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Monroe, NC. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 199962 | Wingate University | Wingate (NC) | 28174-0159 |
| 444778 | Charlotte Christian College and Theological Seminary | Charlotte (NC) | 28227 |
| 197850 | South Piedmont Community College | Polkton (NC) | 28135 |
| 459064 | Empire Beauty School-Pineville | Charlotte (NC) | 28226 |
| 199412 | Queens University of Charlotte | Charlotte (NC) | 28274-0001 |
Nearby Transit Stations (11)
Rail and bus stations connected to Monroe, NC. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| CLT | Charlotte | 1914 North Tryon St. | RAIL |
| KAN | Kannapolis | 201 South Main St. | RAIL |
| GAS | Gastonia | 350 Hancock Street | RAIL |
| SAL | Salisbury | Depot and Liberty Sts. | RAIL |
| HAM | Hamlet | West Main St. and North Bridges St. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Monroe.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Monr Post Office | Monroe (NC) | 28112 |
| Monroe Annex Post Office | Monroe (NC) | 28110 |
| Winga Post Office | Wingate (NC) | 28174 |
| Mineral Spring Post Office | Mineral Springs (NC) | 28108 |
| Indian Trail Post Office | Indian Trail (NC) | 28079 |
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- Monroe, Connecticut town in Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States with a population of 19,328 people.
- Monroe, Ohio city in Ohio, United States with a population of 14,183 people.
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- Monroe, Utah city in Sevier County, Utah, United States with a population of 2,383 people.
- Monroe, Iowa city in Jasper County, Iowa, United States with a population of 1,905 people.
- Monroe, Wisconsin city in and the county seat of Green County, Wisconsin, United States with a population of 1,236 people.
- Monroe, Maine town in Waldo County, Maine, United States with a population of 948 people.
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- Monroe, Pennsylvania borough in Bradford County, Pennsylvania, United States with a population of 511 people.
- Monroe, Michigan city in and county seat of Monroe County, Michigan, United States with a population of 326 people.
- Monroe, Nebraska township in Platte County, Nebraska with a population of 273 people.
- Monroe, South Dakota town in South Dakota, United States of America with a population of 186 people.
Other cities in Union County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Union County , NC.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Trail | 41,040 | A town in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. |
| Waxhaw | 17,987 | Town in Union County, North Carolina, USA |
| Stallings | 16,456 | Town |
| Weddington | 11,389 | City in North Carolina, United States of America |
| Wesley Chapel | 9,476 | Village in the United States |
| Unionville | 7,344 | County seat of Union County, South Carolina |
| Marvin | 6,920 | Village in North Carolina |
| Wingate | 4,724 | City in Union County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Lake Park | 3,999 | Village in Union County, North Carolina, United States |
| Fairview | 3,684 | Town in North Carolina, United States |
| Marshville | 2,835 | Town in Union County, North Carolina, United States |
| Hemby Bridge | 1,846 | City in Union County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Mineral Springs | 1,208 | City in Arkansas, USA |
| Jaars | 597 | Township in Union County, North Carolina |
Distance to Other Cities
Monroe distances to largest North Carolina cities