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5-Digit ZIP Codes United States

QUICK FACTS
Number of Areas 33,790
Total Digits 5
Range 00001 - 99950

About 5-Digit ZIP Codes United States

About

US ZIP code data depicts the boundaries of all United States districts. These districts are used by the US postal service to aid in efficient mail routing across the country.

Postal code tabulation areas (ZCTAs) are generalized aerial representations of United States Postal Service (USPS) postal code service areas. The USPS identifies post offices or delivery stations associated with individual mailing addresses, and its postal codes are a collection of mail delivery routes known as ZIP-codes.A dynamic and flourishing family in a rural setting, enjoying the charm of countryside living with a touch of youthful energy.

Range

The current postal codes in the United States range from 00001 - 99950. The lowest and highest of these postal codes are both specific to areas in Alaska; The 00001 code is for the N Dillingham area, and the postal code 99950 is for Ketchikan, AK.

Structure

  • 1xxxx : The first digit represents a broad area of the US. The number 1, for example, is used to identify Delaware (DE), New York (NY) and Pennsylvania (PA).
  • x15xx: The second and third digits represent the area's Sectional Center Facility (SCF)—in this case, these digits pertain to Western Nassau County.
  • xxx60: The fourth and fifth digits close in on a specific area, city or town.

Level

Census Block Approx. 11.4 million
Census Block Group Approx. 1.4 million
Census Tract Approx. 72,000
ZCTA (ZIP Code Tabulation Area) 33,790
City/Town Approx. 19,000
County/Parish Approx. 3,100
State 50
Metropolitan Area Approx. 390

Facts

Fact #1
The United States is home to the world's largest economy, accounting for approximately 24% of the global GDP.

Fact #2
It has the most diverse population, with over 350 languages spoken across the country. While English is the most widely spoken language, the United States has no official national language.

Fact #3
In states like Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming, there are more cows than humans.

Quick Insights

What are postal codes called in the United States?

Yes. These are better known as area ZIP Codes. People also refer to postal codes as PIN codes. This is an short for Postal Index Number.

What is the length of postal codes in the United States?

Postal codes in the United States count 5 digits.

How many postal codes are there in the United States?

Currently, the American 5-digit postal codes consist of 33,790 areas.

Part of Postal Code Plan

How many postal codes are within a 10-mile radius of Statue of Liberty, NYC?

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Part of OOH Plan

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