ZIP Code 28680: Morganton, North Carolina
Morganton, NC uses ZIP code 28680, which falls within Burke County, North Carolina. Its reference point is at latitude 35.7507 and longitude -81.6953 (35°45'02.5"N 81°41'43.1"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 28680
Morganton, NC has 2 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 28680, they include 28655.
Across Burke County there are 11 ZIP codes listed, and North Carolina has 1,115 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 28655 in Morganton, NC, about 1.2 mi to the southwest.
| ZIP code | 28680 |
|---|---|
| City | Morganton |
| County | Burke County |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| Latitude | 35.7507 |
| Longitude | -81.6953 |
| DMS | 35°45'02.5"N 81°41'43.1"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 28655 (Morganton, 1.2 mi) |
All ZIP codes in Morganton, NC · All North Carolina ZIP codes
Map of ZIP Code 28680
Map centered on 35.7507, -81.6953. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Video: Morganton, NC
Beautiful Sunday Walk in Downtown Morganton, NC - 5K Tour — by Tony Lee Glenn · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 28680
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 28680, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 28680, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Linville Falls, NC (2.3 mi northeast), Drexel, NC (3.8 mi southeast) and Glen Alpine, NC (7.2 mi west). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Linville Falls, NC – 2.3 mi northeast
- Drexel, NC – 3.8 mi southeast
- Glen Alpine, NC – 7.2 mi west
- Valdese, NC – 7.2 mi east
- Rutherford College, NC – 7.4 mi east
- Connellys Springs, NC – 9.7 mi southeast
- Icard, NC – 11 mi east
- Nebo, NC – 13 mi southwest
- Hudson, NC – 13 mi northeast
- Granite Falls, NC – 14 mi east
Schools Near Morganton, NC
If you are moving to ZIP code 28680, check the school district serving Morganton and Burke County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Linville Falls and Drexel can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 28680.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Use the map above to explore green space around Morganton. Zoom out to look for larger parks and nature areas beyond the ZIP code 28680 area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Morganton, NC can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 28680 may also use facilities in nearby Linville Falls, Drexel and Glen Alpine.
Shopping and Dining in Morganton
For places to eat and shop near Morganton, NC, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 28680.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Morganton, North Carolina can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 28680.
To research local history, try searching for Burke County records and archives along with the name Morganton.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 28680, Linville Falls lies about 2.3 mi to the northeast, Drexel lies about 3.8 mi to the southeast, Glen Alpine lies about 7.2 mi to the west, Valdese lies about 7.2 mi to the east and Rutherford College lies about 7.4 mi to the east. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Morganton show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 28680
Photo & Video Credits
- Video: “Beautiful Sunday Walk in Downtown Morganton, NC - 5K Tour” by Tony Lee Glenn, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
Data for ZIP code 28680 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.