ZIP Code 27278: Hillsborough, North Carolina
Hillsborough, NC uses ZIP code 27278, which falls within Orange County, North Carolina. Its reference point is at latitude 36.0756 and longitude -79.0914 (36°04'32.2"N 79°05'29.0"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 27278
27278 is the only ZIP code listed for Hillsborough, NC in our directory.
Across Orange County there are 9 ZIP codes listed, and North Carolina has 1,115 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 27515 in Chapel Hill, NC, about 1.8 mi to the southwest.
| ZIP code | 27278 |
|---|---|
| City | Hillsborough |
| County | Orange County |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| Latitude | 36.0756 |
| Longitude | -79.0914 |
| DMS | 36°04'32.2"N 79°05'29.0"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 27515 (Chapel Hill, 1.8 mi) |
All ZIP codes in Hillsborough, NC · All North Carolina ZIP codes
Map of ZIP Code 27278
Map centered on 36.0756, -79.0914. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Hillsborough, NC
ZIP Codes Near 27278
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 27278, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 27278, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Chapel Hill, NC (1.8 mi southwest), Efland, NC (5.5 mi west) and Durham, NC (8.8 mi southeast). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Chapel Hill, NC – 1.8 mi southwest
- Efland, NC – 5.5 mi west
- Durham, NC – 8.8 mi southeast
- Cedar Grove, NC – 9.7 mi northwest
- Mebane, NC – 10 mi west
- Carrboro, NC – 12 mi south
Schools Near Hillsborough, NC
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 27278 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Hillsborough and Orange County.
Searching nearby communities such as Chapel Hill and Efland can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 27278.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Hillsborough, NC are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 27278.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Hillsborough, NC can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 27278 may also use facilities in nearby Chapel Hill, Efland and Durham.
Shopping and Dining in Hillsborough
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 27278 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Hillsborough, North Carolina can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 27278.
To research local history, try searching for Orange County records and archives along with the name Hillsborough.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 27278, Chapel Hill lies about 1.8 mi to the southwest, Efland lies about 5.5 mi to the west, Durham lies about 8.8 mi to the southeast, Cedar Grove lies about 9.7 mi to the northwest and Mebane lies about 10 mi to the west. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Hillsborough show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 27278
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Cameron Ice House, pre1860 - panoramio”): Larry Lamb, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Ayr Mount (8634530853)”): Government & Heritage Library, State Library of NC from Raleigh, NC, United States, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.
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Data for ZIP code 27278 comes from a public U.S. postal code dataset and is provided for general reference. Always confirm mailing details with the U.S. Postal Service.