ZIP Code 27960: Ocracoke, North Carolina
Ocracoke, NC uses ZIP code 27960, which falls within Hyde County, North Carolina. Its reference point is at latitude 35.1397 and longitude -75.8931 (35°08'22.9"N 75°53'35.2"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 27960
27960 is the only ZIP code listed for Ocracoke, NC in our directory.
Across Hyde County there are 5 ZIP codes listed, and North Carolina has 1,115 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 27936 in Frisco, NC, about 17 mi to the northeast.
| ZIP code | 27960 |
|---|---|
| City | Ocracoke |
| County | Hyde County |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| Latitude | 35.1397 |
| Longitude | -75.8931 |
| DMS | 35°08'22.9"N 75°53'35.2"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 27936 (Frisco, 17 mi) |
All ZIP codes in Ocracoke, NC · All North Carolina ZIP codes
Map of ZIP Code 27960
Map centered on 35.1397, -75.8931. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
ZIP Codes Near 27960
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 27960, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 27960, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Frisco, NC (17 mi northeast), Buxton, NC (20 mi northeast) and Engelhard, NC (27 mi north). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Frisco, NC – 17 mi northeast
- Buxton, NC – 20 mi northeast
- Engelhard, NC – 27 mi north
- Swanquarter, NC – 30 mi northwest
- Atlantic, NC – 31 mi southwest
- Sealevel, NC – 33 mi southwest
- Fairfield, NC – 35 mi northwest
- Stacy, NC – 37 mi southwest
- Salvo, NC – 37 mi northeast
- Waves, NC – 38 mi northeast
Schools Near Ocracoke, NC
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 27960 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Ocracoke and Hyde County.
Searching nearby communities such as Frisco and Buxton can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 27960.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Ocracoke, NC are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 27960.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Ocracoke, NC can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 27960 may also use facilities in nearby Frisco, Buxton and Engelhard.
Shopping and Dining in Ocracoke
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 27960 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Ocracoke, North Carolina can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 27960.
To research local history, try searching for Hyde County records and archives along with the name Ocracoke.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 27960, Frisco lies about 17 mi to the northeast, Buxton lies about 20 mi to the northeast, Engelhard lies about 27 mi to the north, Swanquarter lies about 30 mi to the northwest and Atlantic lies about 31 mi to the southwest. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Ocracoke show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 27960
Data for ZIP code 27960 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.