ZIP Code 02205: Boston, MA
Boston in Suffolk County, Massachusetts uses ZIP code 02205. Its reference point is at latitude 42.3503 and longitude -71.0539 (42°21'01.1"N 71°03'14.0"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 02205
Boston has 55 ZIP codes in our directory, and Suffolk County has 65.
Massachusetts has 761 ZIP codes listed in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 02210 in Boston, about 0.4 mi to the east.
| ZIP code | 02205 |
|---|---|
| Place | Boston |
| County | Suffolk County |
| State | Massachusetts |
| Country | United States |
| Latitude | 42.3503 |
| Longitude | -71.0539 |
Map of ZIP Code 02205
Map centred on 42.3503, -71.0539. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
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ZIP Codes Near 02205
These 16 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 02205, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest places to ZIP code 02205, measured in a straight line from its reference point. Road distances will be longer.
- East Boston – 1.8 mi west
- Charlestown – 2.0 mi north
- Chelsea – 3.4 mi north
- Brookline – 3.6 mi southwest
- Somerville – 3.9 mi northwest
- Jamaica Plain – 3.9 mi southwest
- Allston – 4.0 mi west
- Winthrop – 4.2 mi northeast
- Everett – 4.2 mi north
- Revere – 5.0 mi northeast
- Brighton – 5.2 mi west
- Malden – 5.5 mi north
Schools Near Boston
School places are usually allocated by home address, so families living around ZIP code 02205 should confirm their catchment school with the local education authority for Boston, Suffolk County.
Looking at nearby areas such as East Boston, Charlestown and Chelsea 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
Parks, playgrounds and walking trails around Boston are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centred on ZIP code 02205.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, clinics and pharmacies serving Boston can be found with the searches below. In an emergency in the United States, call 911.
Residents may also use facilities in nearby East Boston, Charlestown and Chelsea.
Shopping and Dining in Boston
Restaurants, supermarkets and shopping centres in and around Boston are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current opening hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Boston, Massachusetts can be found with the searches below.
For local history, try the archives of Suffolk County along with the name Boston.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 02205, East Boston lies about 1.8 mi to the west, Charlestown lies about 2.0 mi to the north, Chelsea lies about 3.4 mi to the north, Brookline lies about 3.6 mi to the southwest and Somerville lies about 3.9 mi to the northwest in a straight line. Use the directions link for routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and coastline near Boston show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 02205
Photo & Video Credits
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