Midland North Carolina Map

About Midland, North Carolina

Midland is a locality in Cabarrus County, North Carolina, United States. It has a population of approximately 4,860. The population density is 137.7 people per km². Midland is located at 35.2274°N, 80.5006°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 28107.

Midland lies in a gentle fold of the North Carolina Piedmont, where the land begins its slow, patient undulation toward the coastal plain. It lies 8.9 miles east-north-east of Mint Hill, NC (from Mint Hill, NC: bearing 68°T), and is situated 9.7 miles north of Unionville. Here, the air often carries the scent of pine and the rich, turned earth of farms, a subtle perfume that shifts with the seasons. The terrain itself is a study in quiet resilience, shaped by centuries of rainfall and the stoic growth of hardwoods and pines that define its edges. Sunlight, particularly in the late afternoon, has a way of lingering, casting long, warm shadows that lend a softened, almost nostalgic quality to the landscape. The broader character of Midland is one of quiet, persistent presence, an unassuming grace that reflects the land it inhabits. The story of Midland is one of agricultural roots and steady, practical endeavor, a place where the rhythm of the seasons has long dictated the pace of life. Historically, farming was the bedrock, with crops like cotton and tobacco once commanding the fields, their harvests shaping the local economy for generations. Though the agricultural landscape has evolved, a spirit of industry persists, now finding expression in a more diversified economy that includes manufacturing and a burgeoning service sector. Midland’s development has been a testament to the enduring strength of its people, who have adapted and innovated while holding onto a palpable sense of community. This quiet resilience, woven into the fabric of the locality, remains its most distinctive feature.

About This Midland Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Midland, North Carolina — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 35.227366, -80.500622. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Midland and Cabarrus County.

Detailed location data for Midland includes the ZIP code (28107), telephone area code (704, 980), county seat of Cabarrus County (Concord), and school district assignment (Cabarrus County Schools). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Midland is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.