ZIP Code 27587: Wake Forest, North Carolina
ZIP code 27587 covers part or all of Wake Forest in Wake County, North Carolina. Its reference point is at latitude 35.9815 and longitude -78.5392 (35°58'53.4"N 78°32'21.1"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 27587
Wake Forest, NC has 2 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 27587, they include 27588.
Across Wake County there are 64 ZIP codes listed, and North Carolina has 1,115 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 27588 in Wake Forest, NC, about 5.0 mi to the east.
| ZIP code | 27587 |
|---|---|
| City | Wake Forest |
| County | Wake County |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| Latitude | 35.9815 |
| Longitude | -78.5392 |
| DMS | 35°58'53.4"N 78°32'21.1"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 27588 (Wake Forest, 5.0 mi) |
All ZIP codes in Wake Forest, NC · All North Carolina ZIP codes
Map of ZIP Code 27587
Map centered on 35.9815, -78.5392. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Wake Forest, NC
Video: Wake Forest, NC
Downtown Wake Forest | NC Weekend | UNC-TV — by North Carolina Weekend on PBS NC · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 27587
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 27587, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 27587, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Youngsville, NC (5.8 mi east), Rolesville, NC (6.1 mi southeast) and Raleigh, NC (6.3 mi southwest). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Youngsville, NC – 5.8 mi east
- Rolesville, NC – 6.1 mi southeast
- Raleigh, NC – 6.3 mi southwest
- Franklinton, NC – 9.4 mi northeast
- Creedmoor, NC – 11 mi northwest
Schools Near Wake Forest, NC
If you are moving to ZIP code 27587, check the school district serving Wake Forest and Wake County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Youngsville and Rolesville can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 27587.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Use the map above to explore green space around Wake Forest. Zoom out to look for larger parks and nature areas beyond the ZIP code 27587 area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Wake Forest, NC can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 27587 may also use facilities in nearby Youngsville, Rolesville and Raleigh.
Shopping and Dining in Wake Forest
For places to eat and shop near Wake Forest, NC, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 27587.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Wake Forest, North Carolina can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 27587.
To research local history, try searching for Wake County records and archives along with the name Wake Forest.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 27587, Youngsville lies about 5.8 mi to the east, Rolesville lies about 6.1 mi to the southeast, Raleigh lies about 6.3 mi to the southwest, Franklinton lies about 9.4 mi to the northeast and Creedmoor lies about 11 mi to the northwest. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Wake Forest show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 27587
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Cherry blue switch”): Jesus Rodriguez, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Wake Forest College Birthplace (8634530805)”): Government & Heritage Library, State Library of NC from Raleigh, NC, United States, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Downtown Wake Forest | NC Weekend | UNC-TV” by North Carolina Weekend on PBS NC, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
Photos are shown from their original source under the licenses listed. They were taken near this ZIP code's reference point and may show neighboring areas.
Data for ZIP code 27587 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.