ZIP Code 28266: Charlotte, North Carolina
ZIP code 28266 is assigned to Charlotte, North Carolina, and lies within Mecklenburg County. Its reference point is at latitude 35.2845 and longitude -80.8582 (35°17'04.2"N 80°51'29.5"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 28266
Charlotte, NC has 81 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 28266, 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 28216 in Charlotte, NC, about 0.7 mi to the west.
| ZIP code | 28266 |
|---|---|
| City | Charlotte |
| County | Mecklenburg County |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| Latitude | 35.2845 |
| Longitude | -80.8582 |
| DMS | 35°17'04.2"N 80°51'29.5"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 28216 (Charlotte, 0.7 mi) |
All ZIP codes in Charlotte, NC · All North Carolina ZIP codes
Map of ZIP Code 28266
Map centered on 35.2845, -80.8582. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Charlotte, NC
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ZIP Codes Near 28266
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 28266, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 28266, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Matthews, NC (3.5 mi southeast) and Paw Creek, NC (3.5 mi southeast). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Matthews, NC – 3.5 mi southeast
- Paw Creek, NC – 3.5 mi southeast
Schools Near Charlotte, NC
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 28266 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Charlotte and Mecklenburg County.
Searching nearby communities such as Matthews and Paw Creek can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 28266.
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 28266.
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 28266 may also use facilities in nearby Matthews and Paw Creek.
Shopping and Dining in Charlotte
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 28266 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 28266.
To research local history, try searching for Mecklenburg County records and archives along with the name Charlotte.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 28266, Matthews lies about 3.5 mi to the southeast and Paw Creek lies about 3.5 mi to the southeast. 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 28266
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Biddle Memorial Hall”): James Willamor, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Tryon Hills, Charlotte, NC 28206, USA - panoramio”): James Willamor, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Greenville, Charlotte, NC, USA - panoramio (1)”): James Willamor, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- 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 28266 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.