ZIP Code 28762: Old Fort, North Carolina
ZIP code 28762 is assigned to Old Fort, North Carolina, and lies within McDowell County. Its reference point is at latitude 35.6169 and longitude -82.1686 (35°37'00.8"N 82°10'07.0"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 28762
28762 is the only ZIP code listed for Old Fort, NC in our directory.
Across McDowell County there are 5 ZIP codes listed, and North Carolina has 1,115 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 28711 in Black Mountain, NC, about 6.9 mi to the west.
| ZIP code | 28762 |
|---|---|
| City | Old Fort |
| County | McDowell County |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| Latitude | 35.6169 |
| Longitude | -82.1686 |
| DMS | 35°37'00.8"N 82°10'07.0"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 28711 (Black Mountain, 6.9 mi) |
All ZIP codes in Old Fort, NC · All North Carolina ZIP codes
Map of ZIP Code 28762
Map centered on 35.6169, -82.1686. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
ZIP Codes Near 28762
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 28762, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 28762, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Black Mountain, NC (6.9 mi west), Ridgecrest, NC (7.4 mi west) and Montreat, NC (8.4 mi west). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Black Mountain, NC – 6.9 mi west
- Ridgecrest, NC – 7.4 mi west
- Montreat, NC – 8.4 mi west
- Marion, NC – 9.6 mi northeast
- Glenwood, NC – 10 mi northeast
- Little Switzerland, NC – 10 mi northeast
- Lake Lure, NC – 12 mi south
- Chimney Rock, NC – 13 mi south
- Swannanoa, NC – 13 mi west
- Gerton, NC – 14 mi southwest
Schools Near Old Fort, NC
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 28762 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Old Fort and McDowell County.
Searching nearby communities such as Black Mountain and Ridgecrest can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 28762.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Old Fort, NC are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 28762.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Old Fort, NC can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 28762 may also use facilities in nearby Black Mountain, Ridgecrest and Montreat.
Shopping and Dining in Old Fort
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 28762 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Old Fort, North Carolina can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 28762.
To research local history, try searching for McDowell County records and archives along with the name Old Fort.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 28762, Black Mountain lies about 6.9 mi to the west, Ridgecrest lies about 7.4 mi to the west, Montreat lies about 8.4 mi to the west, Marion lies about 9.6 mi to the northeast and Glenwood lies about 10 mi to the northeast. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Old Fort show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 28762
Data for ZIP code 28762 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.