ZIP Code 27612: Raleigh, NC
Raleigh in Wake County, North Carolina uses ZIP code 27612. Its reference point is at latitude 35.852 and longitude -78.6841 (35°51'07.2"N 78°41'02.8"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 27612
Raleigh has 44 ZIP codes in our directory, and Wake County has 64.
North Carolina has 1,115 ZIP codes listed in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 27609 in Raleigh, about 2.9 mi to the east.
| ZIP code | 27612 |
|---|---|
| Place | Raleigh |
| County | Wake County |
| State | North Carolina |
| Country | United States |
| Latitude | 35.852 |
| Longitude | -78.6841 |
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Map of ZIP Code 27612
Map centred on 35.852, -78.6841. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Raleigh, North Carolina
Video: Raleigh, North Carolina
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ZIP Codes Near 27612
These 16 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 27612, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest places to ZIP code 27612, measured in a straight line from its reference point. Road distances will be longer.
- Cary – 8.8 mi southwest
- Morrisville – 9.2 mi west
- Knightdale – 12 mi southeast
- Apex – 12 mi southwest
- Garner – 13 mi south
- Rolesville – 13 mi east
- Wake Forest – 14 mi northeast
- Eagle Rock – 16 mi west
- Durham – 16 mi northwest
- Wendell – 17 mi east
- Youngsville – 17 mi northeast
- Creedmoor – 18 mi north
Schools Near Raleigh
School places are usually allocated by home address, so families living around ZIP code 27612 should confirm their catchment school with the local education authority for Raleigh, Wake County.
Looking at nearby areas such as Cary, Morrisville and Knightdale widens the choice of state, private and international schools. The links below open live Google Maps results centred on this location.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, playgrounds and walking trails around Raleigh are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centred on ZIP code 27612.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, clinics and pharmacies serving Raleigh can be found with the searches below. In an emergency in the United States, call 911.
Residents may also use facilities in nearby Cary, Morrisville and Knightdale.
Shopping and Dining in Raleigh
Restaurants, supermarkets and shopping centres in and around Raleigh are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current opening hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Raleigh, North Carolina can be found with the searches below.
For local history, try the archives of Wake County along with the name Raleigh.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 27612, Cary lies about 8.8 mi to the southwest, Morrisville lies about 9.2 mi to the west, Knightdale lies about 12 mi to the southeast, Apex lies about 12 mi to the southwest and Garner lies about 13 mi to the south in a straight line. Use the directions link for routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and coastline near Raleigh show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 27612
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Downtown, Raleigh, NC, USA - panoramio (18)”): James Willamor, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Tacko Fall”): Michelle Hillison from Cary, NC, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Athens Drive High School Main Entrance”): Pithon314, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 4 (“Greeting from Raleigh, North Carolina - Large Letter Postcard (7755434966)”): Steve Shook from Moscow, Idaho, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 5 (“Unknown Hinson 2010”): Mojo Musical Supply from Wilmington, NC, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Top 10 Best Things to Do in Raleigh, North Carolina [Raleigh Travel Guide 2026]” by Vacation Idea, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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