ZIP Code 06540: New Haven, CT
ZIP code 06540 is assigned to New Haven in New Haven County, Connecticut. Its reference point is at latitude 41.2996 and longitude -72.9188 (41°17'58.6"N 72°55'07.7"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 06540
New Haven has 26 ZIP codes in our directory, and New Haven County has 77.
Connecticut has 446 ZIP codes listed in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 06510 in New Haven, about 0.8 mi to the northwest.
| ZIP code | 06540 |
|---|---|
| Place | New Haven |
| County | New Haven County |
| State | Connecticut |
| Country | United States |
| Latitude | 41.2996 |
| Longitude | -72.9188 |
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Map of ZIP Code 06540
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ZIP Codes Near 06540
These 16 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 06540, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest places to ZIP code 06540, measured in a straight line from its reference point. Road distances will be longer.
- East Haven – 2.7 mi southeast
- West Haven – 3.1 mi southwest
- South Britain – 4.6 mi north
- Hamden – 5.1 mi north
- Branford – 5.8 mi east
- Orange – 5.8 mi west
- Woodbridge – 6.1 mi northwest
- North Haven – 6.5 mi northeast
- Wallingford – 6.8 mi north
- North Branford – 7.5 mi east
- Derby – 8.5 mi west
- Ansonia – 8.6 mi west
Schools Near New Haven
If you are moving to ZIP code 06540, check with the education authority that serves New Haven, New Haven County which schools cover your street address.
Looking at nearby areas such as East Haven, West Haven and Hamden 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 New Haven, then zoom out to find larger parks, trails and nature areas in the wider Connecticut area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, clinics and pharmacies serving New Haven can be found with the searches below. In an emergency in the United States, call 911.
Residents may also use facilities in nearby East Haven, West Haven and Hamden.
Shopping and Dining in New Haven
For places to eat and shop near ZIP code 06540, the searches below show up-to-date listings around this location.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near New Haven, Connecticut can be found with the searches below.
For local history, try the archives of New Haven County along with the name New Haven.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 06540, East Haven lies about 2.7 mi to the southeast, West Haven lies about 3.1 mi to the southwest, Hamden lies about 3.4 mi to the north, Cheshire lies about 4.6 mi to the north and Meriden lies about 4.6 mi to the north in a straight line. Use the directions link for routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and coastline near New Haven show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 06540
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“HamdenCT AlphonsoJohnsonHouse”): Magicpiano, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“NorthBranfordCT GeorgeBaldwinHouse”): Magicpiano, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“NewHavenCT DixwellAvenueCongregationalChurch”): Magicpiano, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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- Photo 5 (“Farnham Hall”): Southern Connecticut State University, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Top 10 Best Things to Do in New Haven, Connecticut - Travel Video 2025” by Vacation Idea, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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