ZIP Code 28097: Locust, North Carolina
ZIP code 28097 is assigned to Locust, North Carolina, and lies within Stanly County. Its reference point is at latitude 35.2704 and longitude -80.4211 (35°16'13.4"N 80°25'16.0"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 28097
28097 is the only ZIP code listed for Locust, NC in our directory.
Across Stanly County there are 10 ZIP codes listed, and North Carolina has 1,115 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 28163 in Stanfield, NC, about 4.3 mi to the south.
| ZIP code | 28097 |
|---|---|
| City | Locust |
| County | Stanly County |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| Latitude | 35.2704 |
| Longitude | -80.4211 |
| DMS | 35°16'13.4"N 80°25'16.0"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 28163 (Stanfield, 4.3 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 28097
Map centered on 35.2704, -80.4211. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
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ZIP Codes Near 28097
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 28097, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 28097, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Stanfield, NC (4.3 mi south), Oakboro, NC (4.8 mi east) and Midland, NC (6.4 mi west). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Stanfield, NC – 4.3 mi south
- Oakboro, NC – 4.8 mi east
- Midland, NC – 6.4 mi west
- Concord, NC – 8.6 mi northwest
- Kannapolis, NC – 8.6 mi northwest
- Mount Pleasant, NC – 10.0 mi north
- Albemarle, NC – 14 mi northeast
- Harrisburg, NC – 14 mi west
- Richfield, NC – 15 mi northeast
- Charlotte, NC – 16 mi west
Schools Near Locust, NC
If you are moving to ZIP code 28097, check the school district serving Locust and Stanly County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Stanfield and Oakboro can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 28097.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Use the map above to explore green space around Locust. Zoom out to look for larger parks and nature areas beyond the ZIP code 28097 area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Locust, NC can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 28097 may also use facilities in nearby Stanfield, Oakboro and Midland.
Shopping and Dining in Locust
For places to eat and shop near Locust, NC, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 28097.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Locust, North Carolina can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 28097.
To research local history, try searching for Stanly County records and archives along with the name Locust.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 28097, Stanfield lies about 4.3 mi to the south, Oakboro lies about 4.8 mi to the east, Midland lies about 6.4 mi to the west, Concord lies about 8.6 mi to the northwest and Kannapolis lies about 8.6 mi to the northwest. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Locust show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 28097
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Pat McCrory in 2008”): James Willamor from Raleigh, NC, USA, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Charlotte Mayor Pat McCrory (2880048822)”): James Willamor from Raleigh, NC, USA, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“ReedGoldMine”): Bang-Ning Hsu from Durham (NC, USA), Taiwan, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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