ZIP Code 28461: Southport, North Carolina
Southport, NC uses ZIP code 28461, which falls within Brunswick County, North Carolina. Its reference point is at latitude 33.9654 and longitude -78.0359 (33°57'55.4"N 78°02'09.2"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 28461
28461 is the only ZIP code listed for Southport, NC in our directory.
Across Brunswick County there are 14 ZIP codes listed, and North Carolina has 1,115 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 28404 in Wilmington, NC, about 3.4 mi to the southwest.
| ZIP code | 28461 |
|---|---|
| City | Southport |
| County | Brunswick County |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| Latitude | 33.9654 |
| Longitude | -78.0359 |
| DMS | 33°57'55.4"N 78°02'09.2"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 28404 (Wilmington, 3.4 mi) |
All ZIP codes in Southport, NC · All North Carolina ZIP codes
Map of ZIP Code 28461
Map centered on 33.9654, -78.0359. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
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ZIP Codes Near 28461
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 28461, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 28461, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Wilmington, NC (3.4 mi southwest), Oak Island, NC (6.2 mi southwest) and Kure Beach, NC (7.5 mi east). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Wilmington, NC – 3.4 mi southwest
- Oak Island, NC – 6.2 mi southwest
- Kure Beach, NC – 7.5 mi east
- Bolivia, NC – 8.7 mi northwest
- Carolina Beach, NC – 9.4 mi northeast
- Winnabow, NC – 13 mi north
- Supply, NC – 15 mi west
- Leland, NC – 21 mi north
- Shallotte, NC – 21 mi west
Schools Near Southport, NC
If you are moving to ZIP code 28461, check the school district serving Southport and Brunswick County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Wilmington and Oak Island can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 28461.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
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Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Southport, NC can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 28461 may also use facilities in nearby Wilmington, Oak Island and Kure Beach.
Shopping and Dining in Southport
For places to eat and shop near Southport, NC, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 28461.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Southport, North Carolina can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 28461.
To research local history, try searching for Brunswick County records and archives along with the name Southport.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 28461, Wilmington lies about 3.4 mi to the southwest, Oak Island lies about 6.2 mi to the southwest, Kure Beach lies about 7.5 mi to the east, Bolivia lies about 8.7 mi to the northwest and Carolina Beach lies about 9.4 mi to the northeast. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Southport show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 28461
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 (“Price's Creek light (ruin) - panoramio”): James Roberts (Jampp…, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Prices Creek light from the ferry - panoramio”): James Roberts (Jampp…, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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