ZIP Code 28428: Carolina Beach, North Carolina
ZIP code 28428 covers part or all of Carolina Beach in New Hanover County, North Carolina. Its reference point is at latitude 34.0366 and longitude -77.8963 (34°02'11.8"N 77°53'46.7"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 28428
28428 is the only ZIP code listed for Carolina Beach, NC in our directory.
Across New Hanover County there are 15 ZIP codes listed, and North Carolina has 1,115 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 28449 in Kure Beach, NC, about 3.1 mi to the south.
| ZIP code | 28428 |
|---|---|
| City | Carolina Beach |
| County | New Hanover County |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| Latitude | 34.0366 |
| Longitude | -77.8963 |
| DMS | 34°02'11.8"N 77°53'46.7"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 28449 (Kure Beach, 3.1 mi) |
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Map of ZIP Code 28428
Map centered on 34.0366, -77.8963. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
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ZIP Codes Near 28428
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 28428, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 28428, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Kure Beach, NC (3.1 mi south), Wilmington, NC (4.3 mi northeast) and Southport, NC (9.4 mi southwest). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Kure Beach, NC – 3.1 mi south
- Wilmington, NC – 4.3 mi northeast
- Southport, NC – 9.4 mi southwest
- Winnabow, NC – 12 mi northwest
- Wrightsville Beach, NC – 14 mi northeast
- Oak Island, NC – 16 mi southwest
- Bolivia, NC – 16 mi west
Schools Near Carolina Beach, NC
If you are moving to ZIP code 28428, check the school district serving Carolina Beach and New Hanover County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Kure Beach and Wilmington can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 28428.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Use the map above to explore green space around Carolina Beach. Zoom out to look for larger parks and nature areas beyond the ZIP code 28428 area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Carolina Beach, NC can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 28428 may also use facilities in nearby Kure Beach, Wilmington and Southport.
Shopping and Dining in Carolina Beach
For places to eat and shop near Carolina Beach, NC, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 28428.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Carolina Beach, North Carolina can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 28428.
To research local history, try searching for New Hanover County records and archives along with the name Carolina Beach.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 28428, Kure Beach lies about 3.1 mi to the south, Wilmington lies about 4.3 mi to the northeast, Southport lies about 9.4 mi to the southwest, Winnabow lies about 12 mi to the northwest and Wrightsville Beach lies about 14 mi to the northeast. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Carolina Beach show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 28428
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Greetings from Carolina Beach, North Carolina, Carolina's Playground - Large Letter Postcard (5542859915)”): Steve Shook from Moscow, Idaho, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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Data for ZIP code 28428 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.