ZIP Code 28480: Wrightsville Beach, NC
ZIP code 28480 is assigned to Wrightsville Beach in New Hanover County, North Carolina. Its reference point is at latitude 34.2228 and longitude -77.7932 (34°13'22.1"N 77°47'35.5"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 28480
North Carolina has 1,115 ZIP codes listed in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 28408 in Wilmington, about 0.7 mi to the south.
| ZIP code | 28480 |
|---|---|
| Place | Wrightsville Beach |
| County | New Hanover County |
| State | North Carolina |
| Country | United States |
| Latitude | 34.2228 |
| Longitude | -77.7932 |
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Map of ZIP Code 28480
Map centred on 34.2228, -77.7932. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina
ZIP Codes Near 28480
These 12 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 28480, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest places to ZIP code 28480, measured in a straight line from its reference point. Road distances will be longer.
- Wilmington – 6.1 mi southwest
- Castle Hayne – 9.7 mi northwest
- Hampstead – 14 mi northeast
- Carolina Beach – 14 mi southwest
- Leland – 15 mi west
- Winnabow – 16 mi west
- Rocky Point – 16 mi northwest
- Kure Beach – 17 mi southwest
- Southport – 23 mi southwest
- Currie – 23 mi northwest
- Burgaw – 24 mi north
Schools Near Wrightsville Beach
If you are moving to ZIP code 28480, check with the education authority that serves Wrightsville Beach, New Hanover County which schools cover your street address.
Looking at nearby areas such as Wilmington, Castle Hayne and Hampstead 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 Wrightsville Beach, 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 Wrightsville Beach can be found with the searches below. In an emergency in the United States, call 911.
Residents may also use facilities in nearby Wilmington, Castle Hayne and Hampstead.
Shopping and Dining in Wrightsville Beach
For places to eat and shop near ZIP code 28480, the searches below show up-to-date listings around this location.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina can be found with the searches below.
For local history, try the archives of New Hanover County along with the name Wrightsville Beach.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 28480, Wilmington lies about 0.7 mi to the south, Castle Hayne lies about 9.7 mi to the northwest, Hampstead lies about 14 mi to the northeast, Carolina Beach lies about 14 mi to the southwest and Leland lies about 15 mi to the west in a straight line. Use the directions link for routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and coastline near Wrightsville Beach show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 28480
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Wrightsville Beach from Holiday Inn, looking west - panoramio”): James Willamor, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Wrightsville Beach - panoramio”): James Willamor, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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