ZIP Code 02879: Wakefield, RI
Wakefield in Washington County, Rhode Island uses ZIP code 02879. Its reference point is at latitude 41.4437 and longitude -71.5342 (41°26'37.3"N 71°32'03.1"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 02879
Wakefield has 2 ZIP codes in our directory, and Washington County has 24.
Rhode Island has 91 ZIP codes listed in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 02881 in Kingston, about 2.5 mi to the north.
| ZIP code | 02879 |
|---|---|
| Place | Wakefield |
| County | Washington County |
| State | Rhode Island |
| Country | United States |
| Latitude | 41.4437 |
| Longitude | -71.5342 |
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Map of ZIP Code 02879
Map centred on 41.4437, -71.5342. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Wakefield, Rhode Island
Video: Wakefield, Rhode Island
Hidden Rhode Island Village - Wakefield, South Kingston, RI - Main Street Town Background Ambiance — by Northeast US Walks and Drives · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 02879
These 16 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 02879, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest places to ZIP code 02879, measured in a straight line from its reference point. Road distances will be longer.
- Kingston – 2.5 mi north
- North Kingstown – 2.8 mi north
- Narragansett – 3.8 mi east
- Kenyon – 4.5 mi west
- Shannock – 5.3 mi west
- Slocum – 5.9 mi north
- West Kingston – 6.2 mi northwest
- Saunderstown – 6.6 mi northeast
- Charlestown – 7.2 mi southwest
- Peace Dale – 7.4 mi southwest
- Carolina – 7.5 mi west
- Wyoming – 7.9 mi northwest
Schools Near Wakefield
School places are usually allocated by home address, so families living around ZIP code 02879 should confirm their catchment school with the local education authority for Wakefield, Washington County.
Looking at nearby areas such as Kingston, Narragansett and Kenyon 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 Wakefield are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centred on ZIP code 02879.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, clinics and pharmacies serving Wakefield can be found with the searches below. In an emergency in the United States, call 911.
Residents may also use facilities in nearby Kingston, Narragansett and Kenyon.
Shopping and Dining in Wakefield
Restaurants, supermarkets and shopping centres in and around Wakefield 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 Wakefield, Rhode Island can be found with the searches below.
For local history, try the archives of Washington County along with the name Wakefield.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 02879, Kingston lies about 2.5 mi to the north, Narragansett lies about 3.8 mi to the east, Kenyon lies about 4.5 mi to the west, Shannock lies about 5.3 mi to the west and Slocum lies about 5.9 mi to the north in a straight line. Use the directions link for routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and coastline near Wakefield show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 02879
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“165th ASOS members dart towards target at Leapfest (6121262021)”): Georgia National Guard from United States, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“CharlestownRI IndianBurialGround”): Magicpiano, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Who's packing your chute? (6121261975)”): Georgia National Guard from United States, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 4 (“Airmen with Brunswick’s 165th Air Special Operations Squadron 'step off' (6121803712)”): Georgia National Guard from United States, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 5 (“NPRR train at Peace Dale 1936”): Laurence Breed Walker, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Hidden Rhode Island Village - Wakefield, South Kingston, RI - Main Street Town Background Ambiance” by Northeast US Walks and Drives, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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