ZIP Code 28503: Kinston, North Carolina
ZIP code 28503 covers part or all of Kinston in Lenoir County, North Carolina. Its reference point is at latitude 35.3191 and longitude -77.595 (35°19'08.8"N 77°35'42.0"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 28503
Kinston, NC has 4 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 28503, they include 28501, 28502, 28504.
Across Lenoir County there are 7 ZIP codes listed, and North Carolina has 1,115 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 28501 in Kinston, NC, about 2.9 mi to the south.
| ZIP code | 28503 |
|---|---|
| City | Kinston |
| County | Lenoir County |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| Latitude | 35.3191 |
| Longitude | -77.595 |
| DMS | 35°19'08.8"N 77°35'42.0"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 28501 (Kinston, 2.9 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 28503
Map centered on 35.3191, -77.595. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Kinston, NC
Video: Kinston, NC
A Weekend in Kinston, NC | North Carolina Weekend — by North Carolina Weekend on PBS NC · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 28503
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 28503, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 28503, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Hookerton, NC (8.4 mi north), La Grange, NC (9.8 mi west) and Snow Hill, NC (10 mi northwest). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Hookerton, NC – 8.4 mi north
- La Grange, NC – 9.8 mi west
- Snow Hill, NC – 10 mi northwest
- Grifton, NC – 11 mi east
- Deep Run, NC – 12 mi southwest
- Maury, NC – 13 mi north
- Dover, NC – 14 mi east
- Ayden, NC – 14 mi northeast
- Farmville, NC – 18 mi north
- Trenton, NC – 19 mi southeast
Schools Near Kinston, NC
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 28503 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Kinston and Lenoir County.
Searching nearby communities such as Hookerton and La Grange can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 28503.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Kinston, NC are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 28503.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Kinston, NC can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 28503 may also use facilities in nearby Hookerton, La Grange and Snow Hill.
Shopping and Dining in Kinston
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 28503 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Kinston, North Carolina can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 28503.
To research local history, try searching for Lenoir County records and archives along with the name Kinston.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 28503, Hookerton lies about 8.4 mi to the north, La Grange lies about 9.8 mi to the west, Snow Hill lies about 10 mi to the northwest, Grifton lies about 11 mi to the east and Deep Run lies about 12 mi to the southwest. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Kinston show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 28503
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Greetings from Kinston, North Carolina - Large Letter Postcard (8502254323)”): Steve Shook from Moscow, Idaho, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “A Weekend in Kinston, NC | North Carolina Weekend” by North Carolina Weekend on PBS NC, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
Photos are shown from their original source under the licenses listed. They were taken near this ZIP code's reference point and may show neighboring areas.
Data for ZIP code 28503 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.