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United States ZIP Code Dataset

Comprehensive United States ZIP code data with accurate geographic coordinates, administrative divisions, and time zone

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Sample Dataset United States

ISOCountryLanguageRegion 1Region 2Region 3Region 4LocalityZip CodeLatitudeLongitudeTimezone
USUnited StatesENIllinoisCookN/AN/AKildeer42.130394-88.021633America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisCookN/AN/AStickney41.828686-87.790375America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisCookN/AN/AStickney41.819328-87.779690America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisCookN/AN/ANorth Riverside41.846860-87.815202America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisDuPageN/AN/AFox Valley41.880300-88.015200America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisHamiltonN/AN/ADale37.995047-88.491717America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisHamiltonN/AN/ADale37.994473-88.540135America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisHamiltonN/AN/ADale37.995047-88.491717America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisAdamsN/AN/AAdams39.865324-91.198197America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisAdamsN/AN/ABigneck40.136299-91.156418America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisAdamsN/AN/ABluff Hall39.818665-91.253534America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisAdamsN/AN/ABurton39.904769-91.249033America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisAdamsN/AN/ACamp Point40.039214-91.069304America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisAdamsN/AN/AChestline39.844720-90.959720America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisAdamsN/AN/AClayton40.031437-90.960690America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisAdamsN/AN/ACoatsburg40.032825-91.157641America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisAdamsN/AN/AColumbus39.919732-91.271573America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisAdamsN/AN/AColumbus40.019456-91.069819America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisAdamsN/AN/AFall Creek39.781335-91.303369America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisAdamsN/AN/AFowler40.008484-91.258548America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisAdamsN/AN/AGolden40.109214-91.017636America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisAdamsN/AN/AKellerville39.931221-90.935288America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisAdamsN/AN/ALa Prairie40.147824-91.002913America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisAdamsN/AN/ALiberty39.879491-91.107916America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisAdamsN/AN/ALoraine40.154213-91.222365America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisAdamsN/AN/AMarblehead39.839768-91.368482America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisAdamsN/AN/AMarcelline40.118102-91.367371America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisAdamsN/AN/AMendon40.088380-91.283757America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisAdamsN/AN/APaloma40.025556-91.196009America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisAdamsN/AN/APayson39.816991-91.242366America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisAdamsN/AN/APlainville39.785537-91.182015America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisAdamsN/AN/AQuincy39.928507-91.389028America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisAdamsN/AN/AQuincy39.919732-91.271573America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisAdamsN/AN/ARichfield39.815325-91.116528America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisAdamsN/AN/AUrsa40.074768-91.367371America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisAlexanderN/AN/ACache37.100050-89.261466America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisAlexanderN/AN/ACairo37.005796-89.177245America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisAlexanderN/AN/AEast Cape Girardeau37.295884-89.496202America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisAlexanderN/AN/AElco37.300605-89.265915America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisAlexanderN/AN/AFayville37.164772-89.426751America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisAlexanderN/AN/AFuture City37.029650-89.187955America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisAlexanderN/AN/AGale37.248939-89.447588America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisAlexanderN/AN/AKlondike37.062780-89.231670America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisAlexanderN/AN/AMcClure37.317828-89.431478America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisAlexanderN/AN/AMiller City37.110883-89.356191America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisAlexanderN/AN/AOlive Branch37.168611-89.351667America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisAlexanderN/AN/ATamms37.235050-89.270081America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisAlexanderN/AN/AThebes37.220884-89.460921America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisAlexanderN/AN/AUrbandale37.052829-89.185907America/Chicago
USUnited StatesENIllinoisBondN/AN/AAyers38.963657-89.452027America/Chicago

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United States's Postal Code Format

The United States uses a “ZIP code” system, which is a five-digit numeric format, like 99999, with no letters or separators. According to the GeoPostcodes world postal code database, the United States has 41,344 postal codes covering 3,197 regions and 52,971 towns.

  • Postal Code Format: 99999

    • Five-digit numeric format (ZIP codes)
    • 1st digit = group of states; 2nd–3rd = large city/processing area; 4th–5th = delivery zone
    • Optional ZIP+4 (9-digit) extension exists, not included in GeoPostcodes
    • 41,344 postal codes covering 3,197 regions and 52,971 towns

    Examples:

    • 10001 - New York, NY
    • 60601 - Chicago, IL
    • 94105 - San Francisco, CA
    • 33130 - Miami, FL
  • Structure of Postal Codes

    • Format: 99999, numeric; optional ZIP+4 for extended precision
    • Hierarchical levels: ZIP codes correspond to delivery zones but do not follow administrative boundaries strictly. They can cross counties and sometimes even state lines.
    • Key challenges: Some ZIP codes can span multiple towns or counties. Large areas have no ZIP codes due to lack of delivery or special statuses (military, tribal lands, uninhabited).
  • Management & Authority

    • Primary postal authority: United States Postal Service (USPS).
    • Update frequency: USPS updates monthly.
    • Special cases: Military ZIPs (APO/FPO/DPO) and dependent territories (e.g., Puerto Rico, Guam, American Samoa) are part of the system.
  • Addressing Standards

    • Common address format: [Name / Attention] + [House number + Street name] + [City] [State abbreviation] [ZIP Code].
    • Administrative divisions used: States and counties appear in addresses, but not always strictly align to ZIP logic.
    • Notes: USPS encourage the use of “primary town” than the real/local town name for accurate delivery.
  • Special Characteristics

    • ZIP+4 exists but is copyrighted and excluded from GeoPostcodes products.
    • Some ZIPs cover only P.O. Boxes or business addresses.
    • Military forces abroad use APO/FPO/DPO ZIPs with special Level 1 regions AA, AE, AP (U.S. Armed Forces - Americas, Europe, Pacific).
    • Dependent territories like Puerto Rico, Guam, and American Samoa are integrated in the system with separate ISO codes.

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United States ZIP & Administrative boundaries

United States administrative landscape often follows inconsistent regional models and irregular public sources, making it difficult to maintain reliable boundaries. Our standardized postal and administrative boundary data resolves these gaps to ensure complete, coherent geographic coverage.

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Coverage Statistics

41,344
Total ZIP Codes
3,197
Provinces & Territories
52,971
Cities & Towns

Available File Formats

Choose from multiple data formats to seamlessly integrate United States postal code data into your systems

  • CSV FormatComma-separated values for spreadsheet applications and data analysis tools
  • GeoJSON FormatJavaScript Object Notation for web applications and modern development
  • GML FormatExtensible Markup Language for enterprise systems and legacy applications
  • DAT FormatDatabase-ready SQL scripts for direct import into your systems

Data Dictionary

Comprehensive field definitions and data specifications for the United States postal code dataset

Field nameField typeDescriptionComments
ISOChar(2)ISO 3166-1 Country codeThe ISO 3166-1 standard is published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and defines a unique code for the name of each country. The country codes are represented as a two-letter code (alpha-2).
CountryChar(50)Country name
LanguageChar(2)Language codeWhen there are several official languages in the country, or for countries using a non-Latin alphabet, we provide the names in different languages. The language field contains the language code and allows you to select a specific version.
Region1Region2Region3Region4Char(80)Administrative division level 1Administrative division level 2Administrative division level 3Administrative division level 4These fields contain the name of administrative divisions for each available level. If not applicable, the value '-' will be indicated.
LocalityChar(80)Locality nameContains the settlement name. The type of settlement may vary depending on the country (city, town, village, etc..).
PostcodeChar(15)ZIP / Postal codeIn countries/places where there is no postal code in use, this field is left empty. The postcode structure varies for each country.
LatitudeLongitudeDoublePlace coordinates (WGS84 coordinates)These fields contain the geographic coordinates related to the specific locality and postal code of the record. The geographical position is usually precise to about one hundred meters and corresponds to the center of the locality. All our files are created using the World Geodetic System standard WGS 84. The corresponding SRID reference is EPSG:4326.
TimezoneChar(30)Time zone name (Olson)Following the timezones defined in the IANA tz database (sometimes called Olson database).

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Key features

  • 247 Countries
  • 9,9M Coordinates
  • 9,3M ZIP codes
  • 400 Time zones
  • 4M Cities and Towns
  • 116K UNLOCODES

Specifications

  • Coverage: Global
  • Format: CSV, ASC, DAT, GML, GeoJSON, KML, Shapefile (SHP)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ZIP code of Washington, D.C.?

Washington, D.C has 298 ZIP codes, ranging from 20001 to 56999. ZIP codes from 20001 to 20599 cover residential, business and administrative areas, while ZIP codes from 56901 to 56999 are used for parcel return services.

What is a 5-digit ZIP code in the United States?

A 5-digit ZIP code in the United States is the basic USPS postal code made up of five digits (format: 99999) that identifies a specific geographic delivery area—city, town, or part of a city—to facilitate mail sorting and delivery.

Are there ZIP codes in the United States?

Yes. The United States uses ZIP codes — a five-digit postal code format (99999) — to identify postal delivery areas covering all cities and addresses across the country. Additionnaly, the ZIP+4 (9-digit) extension provides greater delivery precision.

Does the United States have postal codes?

Yes — the United States uses ZIP codes as postal codes, typically five digits in the format 99999. Additionnaly, the ZIP+4 (9-digit) extension provides greater delivery precision.

Which town has the ZIP code 12345 in the United States?

The ZIP code 12345 is assigned to Schenectady, New York.

Does the United States have a ZIP code system?

Yes. The United States uses a ZIP code system for postal addresses; the standard format is five digits (99999), and an optional ZIP+4 adds a hyphen and four extra digits for more precise routing.

Which country code is mistaken for ZIP code in the United States?

The country code “US” (or “USA”) is sometimes mistakenly entered in the ZIP code field in the United States.

How to write an address in the United States?

Typical U.S. address:

Recipient name
Street address (apartment/suite on same line or second)
City, two-letter state abbreviation ZIP code
Country (for international mail)

Example:
John Smith
123 Main St Apt 4B
Springfield, IL 62704
United States

What is the ZIP code of the United States?

The United States does not have a single ZIP code. ZIP codes are 5-digit numbers (format 99999) assigned to specific localities and delivery areas. Across the country, there are 52,971 localities served by 41,344 distinct ZIP codes.

What is the postal code format in the United States?

The postal code (ZIP code) format in the United States is five digits: 99999. Additionnaly, the ZIP+4 (9-digit) extension provides greater delivery precision.

How many digits is a ZIP code in the United States?

A standard ZIP code in the United States is 5 digits long. There is also the ZIP+4 format, written as 5 digits, a hyphen, then 4 additional digits (for a total of 9 digits).

Do addresses in the United States include ZIP codes?

Yes. United States mailing addresses typically include a five-digit ZIP code (format 99999); for greater precision a ZIP+4 (99999-1234) may be used. Including the ZIP code is standard and required for proper postal routing.

Where is ZIP code 20500 in the United States?

ZIP code 20500 is assigned to the White House at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, D.C., United States.

Updated: October 1, 2026