Balsam, North Carolina
Balsam: a city in Jackson County, North Carolina.
About
Balsam is a city located in the county of Jackson in the U.S. state of North Carolina.
Quick Facts about Balsam
| State | North Carolina (United States) |
| County | Jackson County |
| Latitude & Longitude | 35.4268,-83.0851 |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 11:34:23 (6th November 2026) |
| Postal code | 28707 |
| Weather | 66℉ Patchy Fog then Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Balsam is located at 35°25'36"N 83°5'7"W (35.4267700, -83.0851400).
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Weather
66°F
Patchy Fog then Sunny
1 to 5 mph NW
Friday
Patchy fog before 7am. Sunny, with a high near 66. Northwest wind 1 to 5 mph.
7-Day Forecast
Balsam zip code is 28707.
County name: Jackson, County
fips: 37099
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Balsam, NC. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 199731 | Southwestern Community College | Sylva (NC) | 28779 |
Nearby Transit Stations (4)
Rail and bus stations connected to Balsam, NC. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSN | Clemson | Calhoun Memorial Hwy and College Ave. | RAIL |
| GRV | Greenville | 1120 West Washington Street | RAIL |
| TCA | Toccoa | 47 North Alexander St. | RAIL |
| SPB | Spartanburg | 290 Magnolia St | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Balsam.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Balsam Post Office | Balsam (NC) | 28707 |