ZIP Code 28042: Fallston, North Carolina
Fallston, NC uses ZIP code 28042, which falls within Cleveland County, North Carolina. Its reference point is at latitude 35.3739 and longitude -81.5437 (35°22'26.0"N 81°32'37.3"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 28042
28042 is the only ZIP code listed for Fallston, NC in our directory.
Across Cleveland County there are 14 ZIP codes listed, and North Carolina has 1,115 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 28150 in Shelby, NC, about 4.3 mi to the south.
| ZIP code | 28042 |
|---|---|
| City | Fallston |
| County | Cleveland County |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| Latitude | 35.3739 |
| Longitude | -81.5437 |
| DMS | 35°22'26.0"N 81°32'37.3"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 28150 (Shelby, 4.3 mi) |
All ZIP codes in Fallston, NC · All North Carolina ZIP codes
Map of ZIP Code 28042
Map centered on 35.3739, -81.5437. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
ZIP Codes Near 28042
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 28042, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 28042, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Shelby, NC (4.3 mi south), Lawndale, NC (4.9 mi north) and Polkville, NC (5.1 mi west). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Shelby, NC – 4.3 mi south
- Lawndale, NC – 4.9 mi north
- Polkville, NC – 5.1 mi west
- Waco, NC – 6.8 mi east
- Lattimore, NC – 8.0 mi southwest
- Cherryville, NC – 11 mi east
- Casar, NC – 11 mi northwest
- Vale, NC – 11 mi northeast
- Boiling Springs, NC – 12 mi southwest
- Earl, NC – 12 mi south
Schools Near Fallston, NC
If you are moving to ZIP code 28042, check the school district serving Fallston and Cleveland County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Shelby and Lawndale can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 28042.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
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Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Fallston, NC can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 28042 may also use facilities in nearby Shelby, Lawndale and Polkville.
Shopping and Dining in Fallston
For places to eat and shop near Fallston, NC, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 28042.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Fallston, North Carolina can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 28042.
To research local history, try searching for Cleveland County records and archives along with the name Fallston.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 28042, Shelby lies about 4.3 mi to the south, Lawndale lies about 4.9 mi to the north, Polkville lies about 5.1 mi to the west, Waco lies about 6.8 mi to the east and Lattimore lies about 8.0 mi to the southwest. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Fallston show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 28042
Data for ZIP code 28042 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.