ZIP Code 28409: Wilmington, North Carolina
ZIP code 28409 covers part or all of Wilmington in New Hanover County, North Carolina. Its reference point is at latitude 34.1663 and longitude -77.8723 (34°09'58.7"N 77°52'20.3"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 28409
Wilmington, NC has 12 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 28409, they include 28401, 28402, 28403, 28404, 28405, 28406, 28407, 28408 and 3 more.
Across New Hanover County there are 15 ZIP codes listed, and North Carolina has 1,115 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 28412 in Wilmington, NC, about 2.5 mi to the west.
| ZIP code | 28409 |
|---|---|
| City | Wilmington |
| County | New Hanover County |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| Latitude | 34.1663 |
| Longitude | -77.8723 |
| DMS | 34°09'58.7"N 77°52'20.3"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 28412 (Wilmington, 2.5 mi) |
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Map of ZIP Code 28409
Map centered on 34.1663, -77.8723. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
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ZIP Codes Near 28409
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 28409, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 28409, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Wrightsville Beach, NC (6.0 mi northeast), Carolina Beach, NC (9.1 mi south) and Winnabow, NC (11 mi west). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Wrightsville Beach, NC – 6.0 mi northeast
- Carolina Beach, NC – 9.1 mi south
- Winnabow, NC – 11 mi west
- Castle Hayne, NC – 11 mi north
- Kure Beach, NC – 12 mi south
Schools Near Wilmington, NC
If you are moving to ZIP code 28409, check the school district serving Wilmington and New Hanover County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 28409.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Use the map above to explore green space around Wilmington. Zoom out to look for larger parks and nature areas beyond the ZIP code 28409 area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Wilmington, NC can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 28409 may also use facilities in nearby Wrightsville Beach, Carolina Beach and Winnabow.
Shopping and Dining in Wilmington
For places to eat and shop near Wilmington, NC, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 28409.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Wilmington, North Carolina can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 28409.
To research local history, try searching for New Hanover County records and archives along with the name Wilmington.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 28409, Wrightsville Beach lies about 6.0 mi to the northeast, Carolina Beach lies about 9.1 mi to the south, Winnabow lies about 11 mi to the west, Castle Hayne lies about 11 mi to the north and Kure Beach lies about 12 mi to the south. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Wilmington show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 28409
Photo & Video Credits
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Data for ZIP code 28409 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.