ZIP Code 28404: Wilmington, North Carolina
ZIP code 28404 covers part or all of Wilmington in Brunswick County, North Carolina. Its reference point is at latitude 33.9263 and longitude -78.0713 (33°55'34.7"N 78°04'16.7"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 28404
Wilmington, NC has 12 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 28404, they include 28401, 28402, 28403, 28405, 28406, 28407, 28408, 28409 and 3 more.
Across Brunswick County there are 14 ZIP codes listed, and North Carolina has 1,115 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 28465 in Oak Island, NC, about 3.2 mi to the west.
| ZIP code | 28404 |
|---|---|
| City | Wilmington |
| County | Brunswick County |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| Latitude | 33.9263 |
| Longitude | -78.0713 |
| DMS | 33°55'34.7"N 78°04'16.7"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 28465 (Oak Island, 3.2 mi) |
All ZIP codes in Wilmington, NC · All North Carolina ZIP codes
Map of ZIP Code 28404
Map centered on 33.9263, -78.0713. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
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ZIP Codes Near 28404
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 28404, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 28404, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Oak Island, NC (3.2 mi west), Southport, NC (3.4 mi northeast) and Bolivia, NC (8.8 mi northwest). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Oak Island, NC – 3.2 mi west
- Southport, NC – 3.4 mi northeast
- Bolivia, NC – 8.8 mi northwest
- Kure Beach, NC – 10 mi northeast
- Carolina Beach, NC – 13 mi northeast
- Supply, NC – 14 mi northwest
- Winnabow, NC – 16 mi north
- Shallotte, NC – 19 mi west
- Ocean Isle Beach, NC – 21 mi west
Schools Near Wilmington, NC
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 28404 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Wilmington and Brunswick County.
Searching nearby communities such as Oak Island and Southport can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 28404.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Wilmington, NC are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 28404.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Wilmington, NC can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 28404 may also use facilities in nearby Oak Island, Southport and Bolivia.
Shopping and Dining in Wilmington
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 28404 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Wilmington, North Carolina can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 28404.
To research local history, try searching for Brunswick County records and archives along with the name Wilmington.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 28404, Oak Island lies about 3.2 mi to the west, Southport lies about 3.4 mi to the northeast, Bolivia lies about 8.8 mi to the northwest, Kure Beach lies about 10 mi to the northeast and Carolina Beach lies about 13 mi to the northeast. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Wilmington show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 28404
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“SUT BRUNSWICK COUNTY OAK ISLAND FROM N901AN (7169609277)”): Eric Salard, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Yaupon Beach Pier - panoramio”): James Roberts (Jampp…, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Wilmington North Carolina | Best Things to Do | Travel Guide” by Where Next Travel, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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Data for ZIP code 28404 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.