ZIP Code 27216: Burlington, North Carolina
ZIP code 27216 is assigned to Burlington, North Carolina, and lies within Alamance County. Its reference point is at latitude 36.0475 and longitude -79.4797 (36°02'51.0"N 79°28'46.9"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 27216
Burlington, NC has 4 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 27216, they include 27215, 27217, 27220.
Across Alamance County there are 13 ZIP codes listed, and North Carolina has 1,115 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 27201 in Alamance, NC, about 1.1 mi to the south.
| ZIP code | 27216 |
|---|---|
| City | Burlington |
| County | Alamance County |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| Latitude | 36.0475 |
| Longitude | -79.4797 |
| DMS | 36°02'51.0"N 79°28'46.9"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 27201 (Alamance, 1.1 mi) |
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Map of ZIP Code 27216
Map centered on 36.0475, -79.4797. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
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ZIP Codes Near 27216
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 27216, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 27216, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Alamance, NC (1.1 mi south), Graham, NC (5.6 mi east) and Whitsett, NC (6.6 mi west). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Alamance, NC – 1.1 mi south
- Graham, NC – 5.6 mi east
- Whitsett, NC – 6.6 mi west
- Elon College, NC – 7.0 mi north
- Gibsonville, NC – 7.0 mi northwest
- Swepsonville, NC – 7.1 mi east
- Sedalia, NC – 8.1 mi west
- Haw River, NC – 8.7 mi east
- Altamahaw, NC – 9.6 mi north
- Snow Camp, NC – 10 mi south
Schools Near Burlington, NC
If you are moving to ZIP code 27216, check the school district serving Burlington and Alamance County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Alamance and Graham can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 27216.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Use the map above to explore green space around Burlington. Zoom out to look for larger parks and nature areas beyond the ZIP code 27216 area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Burlington, NC can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 27216 may also use facilities in nearby Alamance, Graham and Whitsett.
Shopping and Dining in Burlington
For places to eat and shop near Burlington, NC, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 27216.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Burlington, North Carolina can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 27216.
To research local history, try searching for Alamance County records and archives along with the name Burlington.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 27216, Alamance lies about 1.1 mi to the south, Graham lies about 5.6 mi to the east, Whitsett lies about 6.6 mi to the west, Elon College lies about 7.0 mi to the north and Gibsonville lies about 7.0 mi to the northwest. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Burlington show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 27216
Photo & Video Credits
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Data for ZIP code 27216 comes from a public U.S. postal code dataset and is provided for general reference. Always confirm mailing details with the U.S. Postal Service.