ZIP Code 28744: Franklin, NC
ZIP code 28744 is assigned to Franklin in Macon County, North Carolina. Its reference point is at latitude 35.1173 and longitude -83.2952 (35°07'02.3"N 83°17'42.7"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 28744
Franklin has 2 ZIP codes in our directory, and Macon County has 5.
North Carolina has 1,115 ZIP codes listed in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 28741 in Highlands, about 5.5 mi to the southeast.
| ZIP code | 28744 |
|---|---|
| Place | Franklin |
| County | Macon County |
| State | North Carolina |
| Country | United States |
| Latitude | 35.1173 |
| Longitude | -83.2952 |
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Map of ZIP Code 28744
Map centred on 35.1173, -83.2952. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Franklin, North Carolina
Video: Franklin, North Carolina
Franklin, NC, USA | Driving Tour Downtown | Slow TV — by Triple Eight Media · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 28744
These 16 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 28744, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest places to ZIP code 28744, measured in a straight line from its reference point. Road distances will be longer.
- Highlands – 5.5 mi southeast
- Scaly Mountain – 6.2 mi south
- Otto – 6.8 mi southwest
- Dillard – 9.7 mi south
- Cashiers – 12 mi east
- Cullowhee – 12 mi northeast
- Rabun Gap – 12 mi southwest
- Glenville – 13 mi northeast
- Webster – 15 mi north
- Mountain City – 15 mi southwest
- Tuckasegee – 16 mi northeast
- Sylva – 17 mi north
Schools Near Franklin
If you are moving to ZIP code 28744, check with the education authority that serves Franklin, Macon County which schools cover your street address.
Looking at nearby areas such as Highlands, Scaly Mountain and Otto 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 Franklin, 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 Franklin can be found with the searches below. In an emergency in the United States, call 911.
Residents may also use facilities in nearby Highlands, Scaly Mountain and Otto.
Shopping and Dining in Franklin
For places to eat and shop near ZIP code 28744, the searches below show up-to-date listings around this location.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Franklin, North Carolina can be found with the searches below.
For local history, try the archives of Macon County along with the name Franklin.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 28744, Highlands lies about 5.5 mi to the southeast, Scaly Mountain lies about 6.2 mi to the south, Otto lies about 6.8 mi to the southwest, Dillard lies about 9.7 mi to the south and Cashiers lies about 12 mi to the east in a straight line. Use the directions link for routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and coastline near Franklin show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 28744
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Western NC storm damage photos on Jan. 9, 2024. DJI 0041”): NCDOTcommunications, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Cullasaja Face sm”): NCDOTcommunications, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Slender Indiangrass (Sorghastrum elliottii) in North Carolina”): Michael J. Papay, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Franklin, NC, USA | Driving Tour Downtown | Slow TV” by Triple Eight Media, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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Data for ZIP code 28744 comes from GeoNames and is provided for general reference. Always confirm mailing details with the U.S. Postal Service (USPS).