ZIP Code 28472: Whiteville, North Carolina
ZIP code 28472 is assigned to Whiteville, North Carolina, and lies within Columbus County. Its reference point is at latitude 34.3241 and longitude -78.716 (34°19'26.8"N 78°42'57.6"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 28472
28472 is the only ZIP code listed for Whiteville, NC in our directory.
Across Columbus County there are 14 ZIP codes listed, and North Carolina has 1,115 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 28424 in Brunswick, NC, about 2.5 mi to the south.
| ZIP code | 28472 |
|---|---|
| City | Whiteville |
| County | Columbus County |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| Latitude | 34.3241 |
| Longitude | -78.716 |
| DMS | 34°19'26.8"N 78°42'57.6"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 28424 (Brunswick, 2.5 mi) |
All ZIP codes in Whiteville, NC · All North Carolina ZIP codes
Map of ZIP Code 28472
Map centered on 34.3241, -78.716. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
ZIP Codes Near 28472
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 28472, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 28472, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Brunswick, NC (2.5 mi south), Chadbourn, NC (6.3 mi west) and Hallsboro, NC (6.4 mi east). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Brunswick, NC – 2.5 mi south
- Chadbourn, NC – 6.3 mi west
- Hallsboro, NC – 6.4 mi east
- Clarendon, NC – 11 mi south
- Lake Waccamaw, NC – 12 mi east
- Cerro Gordo, NC – 12 mi west
- Evergreen, NC – 12 mi northwest
- Clarkton, NC – 13 mi north
- Nakina, NC – 15 mi south
- Tabor City, NC – 15 mi southwest
Schools Near Whiteville, NC
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 28472 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Whiteville and Columbus County.
Searching nearby communities such as Brunswick and Chadbourn can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 28472.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Whiteville, NC are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 28472.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Whiteville, NC can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 28472 may also use facilities in nearby Brunswick, Chadbourn and Hallsboro.
Shopping and Dining in Whiteville
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 28472 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Whiteville, North Carolina can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 28472.
To research local history, try searching for Columbus County records and archives along with the name Whiteville.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 28472, Brunswick lies about 2.5 mi to the south, Chadbourn lies about 6.3 mi to the west, Hallsboro lies about 6.4 mi to the east, Clarendon lies about 11 mi to the south and Lake Waccamaw lies about 12 mi to the east. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Whiteville show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 28472
Data for ZIP code 28472 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.