ZIP Code 28402: Wilmington, North Carolina
Wilmington, NC uses ZIP code 28402, which falls within New Hanover County, North Carolina. Its reference point is at latitude 34.3405 and longitude -77.9014 (34°20'25.8"N 77°54'05.0"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 28402
Wilmington, NC has 12 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 28402, they include 28401, 28403, 28404, 28405, 28406, 28407, 28408, 28409 and 3 more.
Across New Hanover County there are 15 ZIP codes listed, and North Carolina has 1,115 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 28429 in Castle Hayne, NC, about 1.3 mi to the southwest.
| ZIP code | 28402 |
|---|---|
| City | Wilmington |
| County | New Hanover County |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| Latitude | 34.3405 |
| Longitude | -77.9014 |
| DMS | 34°20'25.8"N 77°54'05.0"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 28429 (Castle Hayne, 1.3 mi) |
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Map of ZIP Code 28402
Map centered on 34.3405, -77.9014. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
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ZIP Codes Near 28402
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 28402, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 28402, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Castle Hayne, NC (1.3 mi southwest), Rocky Point, NC (6.6 mi north) and Wrightsville Beach, NC (10 mi southeast). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Castle Hayne, NC – 1.3 mi southwest
- Rocky Point, NC – 6.6 mi north
- Wrightsville Beach, NC – 10 mi southeast
- Leland, NC – 10 mi southwest
- Currie, NC – 13 mi northwest
- Hampstead, NC – 14 mi east
- Burgaw, NC – 15 mi north
- Winnabow, NC – 16 mi southwest
Schools Near Wilmington, NC
If you are moving to ZIP code 28402, check the school district serving Wilmington and New Hanover County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Castle Hayne and Rocky Point can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 28402.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Use the map above to explore green space around Wilmington. Zoom out to look for larger parks and nature areas beyond the ZIP code 28402 area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Wilmington, NC can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 28402 may also use facilities in nearby Castle Hayne, Rocky Point and Wrightsville Beach.
Shopping and Dining in Wilmington
For places to eat and shop near Wilmington, NC, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 28402.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Wilmington, North Carolina can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 28402.
To research local history, try searching for New Hanover County records and archives along with the name Wilmington.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 28402, Castle Hayne lies about 1.3 mi to the southwest, Rocky Point lies about 6.6 mi to the north, Wrightsville Beach lies about 10 mi to the southeast, Leland lies about 10 mi to the southwest and Currie lies about 13 mi to the northwest. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Wilmington show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 28402
Photo & Video Credits
- Video: “Wilmington North Carolina | Best Things to Do | Travel Guide” by Where Next Travel, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
Data for ZIP code 28402 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.