ZIP Code 28729: Etowah, North Carolina
ZIP code 28729 covers part or all of Etowah in Henderson County, North Carolina. Its reference point is at latitude 35.3172 and longitude -82.5977 (35°19'01.9"N 82°35'51.7"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 28729
28729 is the only ZIP code listed for Etowah, NC in our directory.
Across Henderson County there are 17 ZIP codes listed, and North Carolina has 1,115 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 28742 in Horse Shoe, NC, about 3.7 mi to the north.
| ZIP code | 28729 |
|---|---|
| City | Etowah |
| County | Henderson County |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| Latitude | 35.3172 |
| Longitude | -82.5977 |
| DMS | 35°19'01.9"N 82°35'51.7"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 28742 (Horse Shoe, 3.7 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 28729
Map centered on 35.3172, -82.5977. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Etowah, NC
ZIP Codes Near 28729
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 28729, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 28729, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Horse Shoe, NC (3.7 mi north), Hendersonville, NC (4.6 mi northeast) and Penrose, NC (4.7 mi south). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Horse Shoe, NC – 3.7 mi north
- Hendersonville, NC – 4.6 mi northeast
- Penrose, NC – 4.7 mi south
- Edneyville, NC – 5.3 mi east
- Mills River, NC – 5.3 mi north
- Pisgah Forest, NC – 5.7 mi southwest
- Mountain Home, NC – 6.9 mi northeast
- Naples, NC – 7.9 mi northeast
- Bat Cave, NC – 8.5 mi north
- East Flat Rock, NC – 10 mi east
Schools Near Etowah, NC
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 28729 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Etowah and Henderson County.
Searching nearby communities such as Horse Shoe and Hendersonville can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 28729.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Etowah, NC are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 28729.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Etowah, NC can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 28729 may also use facilities in nearby Horse Shoe, Hendersonville and Penrose.
Shopping and Dining in Etowah
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 28729 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Etowah, North Carolina can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 28729.
To research local history, try searching for Henderson County records and archives along with the name Etowah.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 28729, Horse Shoe lies about 3.7 mi to the north, Hendersonville lies about 4.6 mi to the northeast, Penrose lies about 4.7 mi to the south, Edneyville lies about 5.3 mi to the east and Mills River lies about 5.3 mi to the north. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Etowah show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 28729
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Mills River Chapel”): Upstateherd, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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Data for ZIP code 28729 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.