ZIP Code 02172: Watertown, MA
ZIP code 02172 is assigned to Watertown in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. Its reference point is at latitude 42.3726 and longitude -71.178 (42°22'21.4"N 71°10'40.8"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 02172
Watertown has 6 ZIP codes in our directory, and Middlesex County has 138.
Massachusetts has 761 ZIP codes listed in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 02472 in Watertown, about 0.2 mi to the south.
| ZIP code | 02172 |
|---|---|
| Place | Watertown |
| County | Middlesex County |
| State | Massachusetts |
| Country | United States |
| Latitude | 42.3726 |
| Longitude | -71.178 |
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Map of ZIP Code 02172
Map centred on 42.3726, -71.178. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Watertown, Massachusetts
Video: Watertown, Massachusetts
Watertown MA | 4K HDR Scenic Driving Tour | Exploring Boston’s Historic Neighboring Town — by Boston Streets & Highways | 4K Scenic Drives · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 02172
These 13 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 02172, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest places to ZIP code 02172, measured in a straight line from its reference point. Road distances will be longer.
- North Waltham – 1.6 mi southwest
- Brighton – 2.0 mi southeast
- Cambridge – 2.1 mi northwest
- Newtonville – 2.1 mi southwest
- Allston – 2.7 mi southeast
- Newton Center – 2.7 mi south
- West Newton – 3.0 mi southwest
- Arlington – 3.2 mi north
- Chestnut Hill – 3.8 mi south
- Somerville – 3.9 mi east
- Auburndale – 3.9 mi southwest
- Newton Highlands – 4.2 mi south
Schools Near Watertown
If you are moving to ZIP code 02172, check with the education authority that serves Watertown, Middlesex County which schools cover your street address.
Looking at nearby areas such as Newton, North Waltham and Brighton widens the choice of state, private and international schools. The links below open live Google Maps results centred on this location.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Use the map above to explore green space around Watertown, then zoom out to find larger parks, trails and nature areas in the wider Massachusetts area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, clinics and pharmacies serving Watertown can be found with the searches below. In an emergency in the United States, call 911.
Residents may also use facilities in nearby Newton, North Waltham and Brighton.
Shopping and Dining in Watertown
For places to eat and shop near ZIP code 02172, the searches below show up-to-date listings around this location.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Watertown, Massachusetts can be found with the searches below.
For local history, try the archives of Middlesex County along with the name Watertown.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 02172, Newton lies about 1.4 mi to the south, North Waltham lies about 1.6 mi to the southwest, Brighton lies about 2.0 mi to the southeast, Newtonville lies about 2.1 mi to the southwest and Waltham lies about 2.5 mi to the northwest in a straight line. Use the directions link for routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and coastline near Watertown show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 02172
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“WatertownMA CommonStreetCemetery3”): Magicpiano, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Deluxe Town Diner”): Dale Cruse, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Native American Flute, Block Comparison”): ClintGoss, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Watertown MA | 4K HDR Scenic Driving Tour | Exploring Boston’s Historic Neighboring Town” by Boston Streets & Highways | 4K Scenic Drives , embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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