ZIP Code 02940: Providence, RI
Providence in Providence County, Rhode Island uses ZIP code 02940. Its reference point is at latitude 41.8718 and longitude -71.5585 (41°52'18.5"N 71°33'30.6"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 02940
Providence has 12 ZIP codes in our directory, and Providence County has 46.
Rhode Island has 91 ZIP codes listed in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 02828 in Greenville, about 0.1 mi to the northeast.
| ZIP code | 02940 |
|---|---|
| Place | Providence |
| County | Providence County |
| State | Rhode Island |
| Country | United States |
| Latitude | 41.8718 |
| Longitude | -71.5585 |
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Map of ZIP Code 02940
Map centred on 41.8718, -71.5585. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Providence, Rhode Island
Video: Providence, Rhode Island
Top 10 Best Things to Do in Providence, Rhode Island - Travel Guide 2024 — by DoTravel · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 02940
These 16 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 02940, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest places to ZIP code 02940, measured in a straight line from its reference point. Road distances will be longer.
- Greenville – 0.1 mi northeast
- Harmony – 1.7 mi west
- Smithfield – 2.6 mi northeast
- Johnston – 3.7 mi southeast
- North Scituate – 3.9 mi southwest
- North Providence – 4.5 mi east
- Mapleville – 6.3 mi northwest
- Lincoln – 6.9 mi east
- Chepachet – 6.9 mi northwest
- North Smithfield – 7.0 mi north
- Albion – 7.5 mi northeast
- Oakland – 7.7 mi northwest
Schools Near Providence
School places are usually allocated by home address, so families living around ZIP code 02940 should confirm their catchment school with the local education authority for Providence, Providence County.
Looking at nearby areas such as Greenville, Harmony and Smithfield 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 Providence are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centred on ZIP code 02940.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, clinics and pharmacies serving Providence can be found with the searches below. In an emergency in the United States, call 911.
Residents may also use facilities in nearby Greenville, Harmony and Smithfield.
Shopping and Dining in Providence
Restaurants, supermarkets and shopping centres in and around Providence 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 Providence, Rhode Island can be found with the searches below.
For local history, try the archives of Providence County along with the name Providence.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 02940, Greenville lies about 0.1 mi to the northeast, Harmony lies about 1.7 mi to the west, Smithfield lies about 2.6 mi to the northeast, Johnston lies about 3.7 mi to the southeast and North Scituate lies about 3.9 mi to the southwest in a straight line. Use the directions link for routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and coastline near Providence show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 02940
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Arnold Building 122-130 Washington”): Jef Nickerson, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“ProvidenceRI OaklandStreetHD”): Magicpiano, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“CranstonRI Edgewood AnstisGreeneEstatePlats1”): Magicpiano, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 4 (“ProvidenceRI ElmwoodHD LexingtonStreet2”): Magicpiano, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 5 (“ProvidenceRI RisingSunMill 2”): Magicpiano, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Top 10 Best Things to Do in Providence, Rhode Island - Travel Guide 2024” by DoTravel, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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