ZIP Code 28656: North Wilkesboro, North Carolina
ZIP code 28656 is assigned to North Wilkesboro, North Carolina, and lies within Wilkes County. Its reference point is at latitude 36.2384 and longitude -81.046 (36°14'18.2"N 81°02'45.6"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 28656
North Wilkesboro, NC has 3 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 28656, they include 28659, 28674.
Across Wilkes County there are 15 ZIP codes listed, and North Carolina has 1,115 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 28669 in Roaring River, NC, about 4.1 mi to the southeast.
| ZIP code | 28656 |
|---|---|
| City | North Wilkesboro |
| County | Wilkes County |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| Latitude | 36.2384 |
| Longitude | -81.046 |
| DMS | 36°14'18.2"N 81°02'45.6"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 28669 (Roaring River, 4.1 mi) |
All ZIP codes in North Wilkesboro, NC · All North Carolina ZIP codes
Map of ZIP Code 28656
Map centered on 36.2384, -81.046. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Video: North Wilkesboro, NC
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ZIP Codes Near 28656
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 28656, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 28656, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Roaring River, NC (4.1 mi southeast), Hays, NC (6.3 mi northwest) and Traphill, NC (6.6 mi north). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Roaring River, NC – 4.1 mi southeast
- Hays, NC – 6.3 mi northwest
- Traphill, NC – 6.6 mi north
- Ronda, NC – 7.0 mi east
- Wilkesboro, NC – 9.4 mi southwest
- Mc Grady, NC – 9.5 mi northwest
- Roaring Gap, NC – 10 mi north
- Thurmond, NC – 10 mi northeast
- Elkin, NC – 11 mi east
- Millers Creek, NC – 11 mi west
Schools Near North Wilkesboro, NC
If you are moving to ZIP code 28656, check the school district serving North Wilkesboro and Wilkes County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Roaring River and Hays can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 28656.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Use the map above to explore green space around North Wilkesboro. Zoom out to look for larger parks and nature areas beyond the ZIP code 28656 area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving North Wilkesboro, NC can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 28656 may also use facilities in nearby Roaring River, Hays and Traphill.
Shopping and Dining in North Wilkesboro
For places to eat and shop near North Wilkesboro, NC, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 28656.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near North Wilkesboro, North Carolina can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 28656.
To research local history, try searching for Wilkes County records and archives along with the name North Wilkesboro.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 28656, Roaring River lies about 4.1 mi to the southeast, Hays lies about 6.3 mi to the northwest, Traphill lies about 6.6 mi to the north, Ronda lies about 7.0 mi to the east and Wilkesboro lies about 9.4 mi to the southwest. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near North Wilkesboro show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 28656
Photo & Video Credits
- Video: “Walking Main Street America | North Wilkesboro, NC [4K 60fps ???? True Binaural Audio]” by POV Chronicles, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
Data for ZIP code 28656 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.