Locust, North Carolina
Locust is a city in Stanly County, North Carolina, with an estimated population of 5,854 in 2023. It sits at 35.2686, -80.4367 in the America/New_York time zone.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Place name | Locust |
| Type | city |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Stanly County |
| Population (2023 est.) | 5,854 |
| Land area | 8.22 sq mi (21.30 km²) |
| Coordinates | 35.2686, -80.4367 |
| Time zone | America/New_York |
| ZIP codes | 28097 |
This place also extends into Cabarrus County.
ZIP codes and area codes for Locust
Locust covers 1 ZIP code: 28097. Browse all ZIP codes in North Carolina for the full list.
Where is Locust?
Locust is located in North Carolina, in Stanly County. The coordinates above can be pasted directly into any map service. The nearest indexed places are listed below, which is a useful check when two states share a place name.
Nearby places
Stanfield 4 km · NCRed Cross 7 km · NCMidland 9 km · NCOakboro 10 km · NCMount Pleasant 14 km · NCFairview 15 km · NCHarrisburg 19 km · NCMint Hill 22 km · NC
Other places in Stanly County
Albemarle 16,936Norwood 2,462Oakboro 2,218Badin 1,864Stanfield 1,659Red Cross 798New London 631Richfield 604Misenheimer 603
Frequently asked questions
What county is Locust, NC in?
Locust is in Stanly County, North Carolina.
What is the population of Locust, NC?
The 2023 Census Bureau estimate is 5,854.
What time zone is Locust in?
Locust is in the America/New_York time zone.