ZIP Code 28243: Charlotte, NC
ZIP code 28243 is assigned to Charlotte in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. Its reference point is at latitude 35.26 and longitude -80.8042 (35°15'36.0"N 80°48'15.1"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 28243
Charlotte has 81 ZIP codes in our directory, and Mecklenburg County has 87.
North Carolina has 1,115 ZIP codes listed in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 28106 (Matthews), which shares the same reference point.
| ZIP code | 28243 |
|---|---|
| Place | Charlotte |
| County | Mecklenburg County |
| State | North Carolina |
| Country | United States |
| Latitude | 35.26 |
| Longitude | -80.8042 |
Map of ZIP Code 28243
Map centred on 35.26, -80.8042. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Charlotte, North Carolina
Video: Charlotte, North Carolina
Charlotte North Carolina Travel Guide 4K — by Island Hopper TV · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 28243
These 16 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 28243, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest places to ZIP code 28243, measured in a straight line from its reference point. Road distances will be longer.
- Paw Creek – same location
- Newell – 5.1 mi east
- Matthews – 8.8 mi southeast
- Harrisburg – 9.3 mi northeast
- Huntersville – 13 mi north
- Mount Holly – 13 mi west
- Belmont – 14 mi west
- Pineville – 14 mi south
- Indian Trail – 15 mi southeast
- Cornelius – 15 mi north
- Midland – 15 mi east
- Mc Adenville – 15 mi west
Schools Near Charlotte
If you are moving to ZIP code 28243, check with the education authority that serves Charlotte, Mecklenburg County which schools cover your street address.
Looking at nearby areas such as Matthews, Paw Creek and Newell 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
Use the map above to explore green space around Charlotte, then zoom out to find larger parks, trails and nature areas in the wider North Carolina area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, clinics and pharmacies serving Charlotte can be found with the searches below. In an emergency in the United States, call 911.
Residents may also use facilities in nearby Matthews, Paw Creek and Newell.
Shopping and Dining in Charlotte
For places to eat and shop near ZIP code 28243, the searches below show up-to-date listings around this location.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Charlotte, North Carolina can be found with the searches below.
For local history, try the archives of Mecklenburg County along with the name Charlotte.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 28243, Matthews shares the same reference point, Paw Creek shares the same reference point, Newell lies about 5.1 mi to the east, Harrisburg lies about 9.3 mi to the northeast and Huntersville lies about 13 mi to the north in a straight line. Use the directions link for routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and coastline near Charlotte show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 28243
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“The Boulevard, NoDa, Charlotte - panoramio”): James Willamor, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Concerto on stage”): Justin Ruckman from Charlotte, NC, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Charlotte, NC, USA - panoramio (1)”): James Willamor, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 4 (“CLTblog.com Town Hall with Anthony Foxx (3540798383)”): James Willamor from Raleigh, NC, USA, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 5 (“Bojangles Coliseum and The Park, Charlotte, NC - panoramio”): 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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