ZIP Code 28774: Sapphire, North Carolina
ZIP code 28774 covers part or all of Sapphire in Transylvania County, North Carolina. Its reference point is at latitude 35.0666 and longitude -83.0019 (35°03'59.8"N 83°00'06.8"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 28774
28774 is the only ZIP code listed for Sapphire, NC in our directory.
Across Transylvania County there are 8 ZIP codes listed, and North Carolina has 1,115 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 28717 in Cashiers, NC, about 5.3 mi to the northwest.
| ZIP code | 28774 |
|---|---|
| City | Sapphire |
| County | Transylvania County |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| Latitude | 35.0666 |
| Longitude | -83.0019 |
| DMS | 35°03'59.8"N 83°00'06.8"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 28717 (Cashiers, 5.3 mi) |
All ZIP codes in Sapphire, NC · All North Carolina ZIP codes
Map of ZIP Code 28774
Map centered on 35.0666, -83.0019. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
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ZIP Codes Near 28774
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 28774, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 28774, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Cashiers, NC (5.3 mi northwest), Lake Toxaway, NC (7.2 mi northeast) and Glenville, NC (9.8 mi northwest). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Cashiers, NC – 5.3 mi northwest
- Lake Toxaway, NC – 7.2 mi northeast
- Glenville, NC – 9.8 mi northwest
- Rosman, NC – 11 mi northeast
- Tamassee, SC – 12 mi south
- Highlands, NC – 12 mi west
- Sunset, SC – 13 mi southeast
- Balsam Grove, NC – 13 mi northeast
- Salem, SC – 14 mi south
- Tuckasegee, NC – 14 mi north
Schools Near Sapphire, NC
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 28774 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Sapphire and Transylvania County.
Searching nearby communities such as Cashiers and Lake Toxaway can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 28774.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Sapphire, NC are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 28774.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Sapphire, NC can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 28774 may also use facilities in nearby Cashiers, Lake Toxaway and Glenville.
Shopping and Dining in Sapphire
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 28774 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Sapphire, North Carolina can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 28774.
To research local history, try searching for Transylvania County records and archives along with the name Sapphire.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 28774, Cashiers lies about 5.3 mi to the northwest, Lake Toxaway lies about 7.2 mi to the northeast, Glenville lies about 9.8 mi to the northwest, Rosman lies about 11 mi to the northeast and Tamassee lies about 12 mi to the south. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Sapphire show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 28774
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