North Carolina Zip Codes

North Carolina has a total of 884 ZIP codes, reflecting its diverse geography that includes bustling urban centers, growing suburban areas, and expansive rural regions. All ZIP codes in North Carolina begin with the digits 27 or 28, uniquely identifying the state. The range starts at 27006 in Advance, located in the central part of the state, and extends to 28909 in Warne, a rural area in the western mountains.

The 270 to 277 series primarily serves central North Carolina, covering cities like Winston-Salem, Greensboro, and Durham. The 275 to 276 series includes the Raleigh metropolitan area, the state capital, and its surrounding suburbs. The 278 to 279 series covers eastern North Carolina, encompassing Greenville, Rocky Mount, and the Outer Banks region along the coast. The 280 to 289 series spans the western and mountainous parts of the state, including Charlotte, Asheville, and Boone.

North Carolina’s ZIP codes are crucial for organizing mail delivery across its varied landscapes, from dense urban hubs to remote rural areas. These codes also help define school districts, voting precincts, and municipal boundaries, supporting industries like agriculture, technology, and tourism.

In the table below, you can see all North Carolina zip codes listed by city, town and village as well as county affiliated. With 760 cities (and towns) and 100 counties (and county-equivalents), North Carolina is the 9th largest state by population (10,146,788)  and 29th largest one by land area (125,920 km²) in the United States.

The capital of North Carolina is Charlotte and major cities include Raleigh, Greensboro, Durham, and Winston-Salem.

List of North Carolina Zip Codes by City