ZIP Code 27979: Sunbury, North Carolina
Sunbury, NC uses ZIP code 27979, which falls within Gates County, North Carolina. Its reference point is at latitude 36.4316 and longitude -76.6096 (36°25'53.8"N 76°36'34.6"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 27979
27979 is the only ZIP code listed for Sunbury, NC in our directory.
Across Gates County there are 7 ZIP codes listed, and North Carolina has 1,115 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 27969 in Roduco, NC, about 5.2 mi to the west.
| ZIP code | 27979 |
|---|---|
| City | Sunbury |
| County | Gates County |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| Latitude | 36.4316 |
| Longitude | -76.6096 |
| DMS | 36°25'53.8"N 76°36'34.6"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 27969 (Roduco, 5.2 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 27979
Map centered on 36.4316, -76.6096. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
ZIP Codes Near 27979
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 27979, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 27979, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Roduco, NC (5.2 mi west), Hobbsville, NC (5.4 mi south) and Corapeake, NC (6.0 mi north). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Roduco, NC – 5.2 mi west
- Hobbsville, NC – 5.4 mi south
- Corapeake, NC – 6.0 mi north
- Gatesville, NC – 7.0 mi west
- Belvidere, NC – 9.2 mi southeast
- Gates, NC – 9.9 mi northwest
- Suffolk, VA – 12 mi north
- Tyner, NC – 13 mi south
- Eure, NC – 13 mi west
- Harrellsville, NC – 14 mi southwest
Schools Near Sunbury, NC
If you are moving to ZIP code 27979, check the school district serving Sunbury and Gates County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Roduco and Hobbsville can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 27979.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
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Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Sunbury, NC can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 27979 may also use facilities in nearby Roduco, Hobbsville and Corapeake.
Shopping and Dining in Sunbury
For places to eat and shop near Sunbury, NC, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 27979.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Sunbury, North Carolina can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 27979.
To research local history, try searching for Gates County records and archives along with the name Sunbury.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 27979, Roduco lies about 5.2 mi to the west, Hobbsville lies about 5.4 mi to the south, Corapeake lies about 6.0 mi to the north, Gatesville lies about 7.0 mi to the west and Belvidere lies about 9.2 mi to the southeast. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Sunbury show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 27979
Data for ZIP code 27979 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.