ZIP Code 28516: Beaufort, North Carolina
ZIP code 28516 covers part or all of Beaufort in Carteret County, North Carolina. Its reference point is at latitude 34.758 and longitude -76.6228 (34°45'28.8"N 76°37'22.1"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 28516
28516 is the only ZIP code listed for Beaufort, NC in our directory.
Across Carteret County there are 17 ZIP codes listed, and North Carolina has 1,115 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 28528 in Gloucester, NC, about 5.0 mi to the east.
| ZIP code | 28516 |
|---|---|
| City | Beaufort |
| County | Carteret County |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| Latitude | 34.758 |
| Longitude | -76.6228 |
| DMS | 34°45'28.8"N 76°37'22.1"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 28528 (Gloucester, 5.0 mi) |
All ZIP codes in Beaufort, NC · All North Carolina ZIP codes
Map of ZIP Code 28516
Map centered on 34.758, -76.6228. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
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ZIP Codes Near 28516
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 28516, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 28516, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Gloucester, NC (5.0 mi east), Harkers Island, NC (5.6 mi southeast) and Marshallberg, NC (6.4 mi east). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Gloucester, NC – 5.0 mi east
- Harkers Island, NC – 5.6 mi southeast
- Marshallberg, NC – 6.4 mi east
- Atlantic Beach, NC – 7.6 mi west
- Morehead City, NC – 7.7 mi west
- Cedar Island, NC – 8.3 mi north
- Davis, NC – 8.3 mi north
- Salter Path, NC – 8.3 mi north
- Smyrna, NC – 8.3 mi north
- Williston, NC – 8.3 mi north
Schools Near Beaufort, NC
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 28516 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Beaufort and Carteret County.
Searching nearby communities such as Gloucester and Harkers Island can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 28516.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Beaufort, NC are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 28516.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Beaufort, NC can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 28516 may also use facilities in nearby Gloucester, Harkers Island and Marshallberg.
Shopping and Dining in Beaufort
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 28516 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Beaufort, North Carolina can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 28516.
To research local history, try searching for Carteret County records and archives along with the name Beaufort.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 28516, Gloucester lies about 5.0 mi to the east, Harkers Island lies about 5.6 mi to the southeast, Marshallberg lies about 6.4 mi to the east, Atlantic Beach lies about 7.6 mi to the west and Morehead City lies about 7.7 mi to the west. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Beaufort show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 28516
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Beaufort book wagon - panoramio”): Larry Lamb, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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Data for ZIP code 28516 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.