ZIP Code 28265: Charlotte, North Carolina
Charlotte, NC uses ZIP code 28265, which falls within Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. 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 28265
Charlotte, NC has 81 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 28265, 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 | 28265 |
|---|---|
| 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 28265
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 28265
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 28265, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 28265, 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
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 28265 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Charlotte and Mecklenburg County.
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 28265.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Charlotte, NC are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 28265.
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 28265 may also use facilities in nearby Matthews and Paw Creek.
Shopping and Dining in Charlotte
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 28265 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
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 28265.
To research local history, try searching for Mecklenburg County records and archives along with the name Charlotte.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 28265, 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 28265
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 28265 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.