ZIP Code 28226: Charlotte, North Carolina
ZIP code 28226 covers part or all of Charlotte in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. Its reference point is at latitude 35.0869 and longitude -80.8167 (35°05'12.8"N 80°49'00.1"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 28226
Charlotte, NC has 81 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 28226, they include 28201, 28202, 28203, 28204, 28205, 28206, 28207, 28208 and 72 more.
Across Mecklenburg County there are 87 ZIP codes listed, and North Carolina has 1,115 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 28277 in Charlotte, NC, about 2.2 mi to the south.
| ZIP code | 28226 |
|---|---|
| City | Charlotte |
| County | Mecklenburg County |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| Latitude | 35.0869 |
| Longitude | -80.8167 |
| DMS | 35°05'12.8"N 80°49'00.1"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 28277 (Charlotte, 2.2 mi) |
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Map of ZIP Code 28226
Map centered on 35.0869, -80.8167. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
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ZIP Codes Near 28226
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 28226, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 28226, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Pineville, NC (4.1 mi west), Matthews, NC (6.6 mi east) and Fort Mill, SC (7.9 mi south). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Pineville, NC – 4.1 mi west
- Matthews, NC – 6.6 mi east
- Fort Mill, SC – 7.9 mi south
Schools Near Charlotte, NC
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 28226 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Charlotte and Mecklenburg County.
Searching nearby communities such as Pineville and Matthews can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 28226.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Charlotte, NC are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 28226.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Charlotte, NC can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 28226 may also use facilities in nearby Pineville, Matthews and Fort Mill.
Shopping and Dining in Charlotte
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 28226 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Charlotte, North Carolina can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 28226.
To research local history, try searching for Mecklenburg County records and archives along with the name Charlotte.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 28226, Pineville lies about 4.1 mi to the west, Matthews lies about 6.6 mi to the east and Fort Mill lies about 7.9 mi to the south. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Charlotte show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 28226
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- Video: “Charlotte North Carolina Travel Guide 4K” by Island Hopper TV, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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Data for ZIP code 28226 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.