ZIP Code 28242: Charlotte, North Carolina
ZIP code 28242 is assigned to Charlotte, North Carolina, and lies within Mecklenburg County. Its reference point is at latitude 35.26 and longitude -80.8042 (35°15'36.0"N 80°48'15.1"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 28242
Charlotte, NC has 81 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 28242, they include 28201, 28202, 28203, 28204, 28205, 28206, 28207, 28208 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 28106 (Matthews, NC), which shares the same reference point.
| ZIP code | 28242 |
|---|---|
| City | Charlotte |
| County | Mecklenburg County |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| Latitude | 35.26 |
| Longitude | -80.8042 |
| DMS | 35°15'36.0"N 80°48'15.1"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 28106 (Matthews, same location) |
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Map of ZIP Code 28242
Map centered on 35.26, -80.8042. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Charlotte, NC
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ZIP Codes Near 28242
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 28242, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 28242, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Matthews, NC (same reference point) and Paw Creek, NC (same reference point). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Matthews, NC – same reference point
- Paw Creek, NC – same reference point
Schools Near Charlotte, NC
If you are moving to ZIP code 28242, 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 28242.
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 28242 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 28242 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 28242.
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 28242.
To research local history, try searching for Mecklenburg County records and archives along with the name Charlotte.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 28242, Matthews shares the same reference point and Paw Creek shares the same reference point. 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 28242
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“The Boulevard, NoDa, Charlotte - panoramio”): James Willamor, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Bordeaux's, NoDa, Charlotte - panoramio”): James Willamor, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Neighborhood Theater, NoDa, Charlotte - panoramio”): James Willamor, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 4 (“Niche MKT, NoDa, Charlotte - panoramio”): James Willamor, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 5 (“North Charlotte Historic District”): 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 28242 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.