ZIP Code 28628: Glen Alpine, North Carolina
ZIP code 28628 covers part or all of Glen Alpine in Burke County, North Carolina. Its reference point is at latitude 35.7212 and longitude -81.818 (35°43'16.3"N 81°49'04.8"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 28628
28628 is the only ZIP code listed for Glen Alpine, NC in our directory.
Across Burke County there are 11 ZIP codes listed, and North Carolina has 1,115 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 28761 in Nebo, NC, about 5.9 mi to the southwest.
| ZIP code | 28628 |
|---|---|
| City | Glen Alpine |
| County | Burke County |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| Latitude | 35.7212 |
| Longitude | -81.818 |
| DMS | 35°43'16.3"N 81°49'04.8"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 28761 (Nebo, 5.9 mi) |
All ZIP codes in Glen Alpine, NC · All North Carolina ZIP codes
Map of ZIP Code 28628
Map centered on 35.7212, -81.818. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
ZIP Codes Near 28628
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 28628, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 28628, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Nebo, NC (5.9 mi southwest), Morganton, NC (6.5 mi east) and Linville Falls, NC (8.9 mi northeast). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Nebo, NC – 5.9 mi southwest
- Morganton, NC – 6.5 mi east
- Linville Falls, NC – 8.9 mi northeast
- Drexel, NC – 10.0 mi east
- Marion, NC – 12 mi west
- Glenwood, NC – 14 mi west
- Little Switzerland, NC – 14 mi west
- Valdese, NC – 14 mi east
- Rutherford College, NC – 14 mi east
- Jonas Ridge, NC – 15 mi north
Schools Near Glen Alpine, NC
If you are moving to ZIP code 28628, check the school district serving Glen Alpine and Burke County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Nebo and Morganton can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 28628.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
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Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Glen Alpine, NC can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 28628 may also use facilities in nearby Nebo, Morganton and Linville Falls.
Shopping and Dining in Glen Alpine
For places to eat and shop near Glen Alpine, NC, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 28628.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Glen Alpine, North Carolina can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 28628.
To research local history, try searching for Burke County records and archives along with the name Glen Alpine.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 28628, Nebo lies about 5.9 mi to the southwest, Morganton lies about 6.5 mi to the east, Linville Falls lies about 8.9 mi to the northeast, Drexel lies about 10.0 mi to the east and Marion lies about 12 mi to the west. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Glen Alpine show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 28628
Data for ZIP code 28628 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.