McDowell County ZIP Codes

List of ZIP Codes in McDowell County

The following table lists ZIP Codes associated with McDowell County, North Carolina, based on ZIP Code Tabulation Area (ZCTA) data from the U.S. Census Bureau.


S.N. Zip Code Latitude Longitude City Population Density
1 28749 35.84098 -82.09797 Little Switzerland 94 31.1
2 28752 35.71124 -82.03631 Marion 30,602 47.4
3 28761 35.69134 -81.90714 Nebo 7,884 29.3
4 28762 35.63517 -82.18929 Old Fort 6,305 25.5


About McDowell County ZIP Codes

McDowell County in North Carolina (NC) is served by approximately 4 ZIP Codes. These codes cover residential neighborhoods, business districts, and rural areas that fall under the county's jurisdiction.

Based on ZIP-level population estimates, the total population covered by these ZIP Codes is around 44,885 people. Population and density values vary from one ZIP Code to another, reflecting the mix of dense urban communities and lower-density suburban or rural zones.

Many of the most significant population centers in McDowell County are located in cities such as Marion, Nebo, Old Fort, Little Switzerland. These cities and towns help define the economic and demographic character of the county.

Most ZIP Codes in McDowell County, North Carolina follow the America/New_York time zone.