ZIP Code 28202: Charlotte, North Carolina
Charlotte, NC uses ZIP code 28202, which falls within Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. Its reference point is at latitude 35.229 and longitude -80.8419 (35°13'44.4"N 80°50'30.8"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 28202
Charlotte, NC has 81 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 28202, they include 28201, 28203, 28204, 28205, 28206, 28207, 28208, 28209 and 72 more.
Across Mecklenburg County there are 87 ZIP codes listed, and North Carolina has 1,115 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 28246 in Charlotte, NC, about 0.1 mi to the south.
| ZIP code | 28202 |
|---|---|
| City | Charlotte |
| County | Mecklenburg County |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| Latitude | 35.229 |
| Longitude | -80.8419 |
| DMS | 35°13'44.4"N 80°50'30.8"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 28246 (Charlotte, 0.1 mi) |
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Map of ZIP Code 28202
Map centered on 35.229, -80.8419. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
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ZIP Codes Near 28202
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 28202, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 28202, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Matthews, NC (3.0 mi northeast) and Paw Creek, NC (3.0 mi northeast). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Matthews, NC – 3.0 mi northeast
- Paw Creek, NC – 3.0 mi northeast
Schools Near Charlotte, NC
If you are moving to ZIP code 28202, check the school district serving Charlotte and Mecklenburg County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Matthews and Paw Creek can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 28202.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Use the map above to explore green space around Charlotte. Zoom out to look for larger parks and nature areas beyond the ZIP code 28202 area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Charlotte, NC can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 28202 may also use facilities in nearby Matthews and Paw Creek.
Shopping and Dining in Charlotte
For places to eat and shop near Charlotte, NC, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 28202.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Charlotte, North Carolina can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 28202.
To research local history, try searching for Mecklenburg County records and archives along with the name Charlotte.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 28202, Matthews lies about 3.0 mi to the northeast and Paw Creek lies about 3.0 mi to the northeast. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Charlotte show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 28202
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Concerto on stage”): Justin Ruckman from Charlotte, NC, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Carillon Tower and TradeMark”): Andrew Simpson from Knoxville, TN, United States, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Johnson giving speech”): Gary Johnson from Taos, NM, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 4 (“Tryon Street, Charlotte - panoramio”): James Willamor, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 5 (“Charlotte from Avenue - panoramio”): James Willamor, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Charlotte North Carolina Travel Guide 4K” by Island Hopper TV, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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Data for ZIP code 28202 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.