ZIP Code 12179: Troy, NY
ZIP code 12179 is assigned to Troy in Rensselaer County, New York. Its reference point is at latitude 42.7114 and longitude -73.5256 (42°42'41.0"N 73°31'32.2"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 12179
Troy has 5 ZIP codes in our directory, and Rensselaer County has 33.
New York has 2,307 ZIP codes listed in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 12140 in Poestenkill, about 2.3 mi to the southwest.
| ZIP code | 12179 |
|---|---|
| Place | Troy |
| County | Rensselaer County |
| State | New York |
| Country | United States |
| Latitude | 42.7114 |
| Longitude | -73.5256 |
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Map of ZIP Code 12179
Map centred on 42.7114, -73.5256. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Troy, New York
Video: Troy, New York
5 Best Things To Do In Troy, New York | US Travel Guide — by Love is Vacation · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 12179
These 16 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 12179, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest places to ZIP code 12179, measured in a straight line from its reference point. Road distances will be longer.
- Poestenkill – 2.3 mi southwest
- Cropseyville – 4.7 mi northeast
- Sand Lake – 5.3 mi south
- Averill Park – 5.3 mi south
- Grafton – 5.8 mi northeast
- Wynantskill – 6.0 mi west
- West Sand Lake – 6.7 mi southwest
- Petersburg – 7.1 mi east
- Berlin – 8.0 mi east
- Cherry Plain – 9.0 mi southeast
Schools Near Troy
If you are moving to ZIP code 12179, check with the education authority that serves Troy, Rensselaer County which schools cover your street address.
Looking at nearby areas such as Poestenkill, Cropseyville and Sand Lake 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 Troy, then zoom out to find larger parks, trails and nature areas in the wider New York area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, clinics and pharmacies serving Troy can be found with the searches below. In an emergency in the United States, call 911.
Residents may also use facilities in nearby Poestenkill, Cropseyville and Sand Lake.
Shopping and Dining in Troy
For places to eat and shop near ZIP code 12179, the searches below show up-to-date listings around this location.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Troy, New York can be found with the searches below.
For local history, try the archives of Rensselaer County along with the name Troy.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 12179, Poestenkill lies about 2.3 mi to the southwest, Cropseyville lies about 4.7 mi to the northeast, Sand Lake lies about 5.3 mi to the south, Averill Park lies about 5.3 mi to the south and Grafton lies about 5.8 mi to the northeast in a straight line. Use the directions link for routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and coastline near Troy show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 12179
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Robotics competition at RPI (16573026877)”): ricky shore, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Waterford, NY harbor (36288776385)”): Henry Bellagnome from Troy, New York, United States, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Erie Canal and a gnome (35194167702)”): Henry Bellagnome from Troy, New York, United States, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 4 (“Maplewood, NY and the Tourism Gnome (35194170042)”): Henry Bellagnome from Troy, New York, United States, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “5 Best Things To Do In Troy, New York | US Travel Guide” by Love is Vacation, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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