ZIP Code 12306: Schenectady, NY
ZIP code 12306 is assigned to Schenectady in Schenectady County, New York. Its reference point is at latitude 42.7904 and longitude -73.9809 (42°47'25.4"N 73°58'51.2"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 12306
Schenectady has 11 ZIP codes in our directory, and Schenectady County has 17.
New York has 2,307 ZIP codes listed in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 12303 in Schenectady, about 1.9 mi to the east.
| ZIP code | 12306 |
|---|---|
| Place | Schenectady |
| County | Schenectady County |
| State | New York |
| Country | United States |
| Latitude | 42.7904 |
| Longitude | -73.9809 |
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Map of ZIP Code 12306
Map centred on 42.7904, -73.9809. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Schenectady, New York
Video: Schenectady, New York
Driving Through Downtown Schenectady, New York - [4K Tour] — by Infinite Destinations · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 12306
These 10 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 12306, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest places to ZIP code 12306, measured in a straight line from its reference point. Road distances will be longer.
- Duanesburg – 5.4 mi west
- Altamont – 6.1 mi south
- Alplaus – 6.2 mi northeast
- Rotterdam Junction – 6.5 mi northwest
- Rexford – 7.1 mi northeast
- Guilderland Center – 7.6 mi southeast
- Guilderland – 7.7 mi southeast
- Pattersonville – 8.3 mi northwest
Schools Near Schenectady
If you are moving to ZIP code 12306, check with the education authority that serves Schenectady, Schenectady County which schools cover your street address.
Looking at nearby areas such as Duanesburg, Altamont and Alplaus 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 Schenectady, 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 Schenectady can be found with the searches below. In an emergency in the United States, call 911.
Residents may also use facilities in nearby Duanesburg, Altamont and Alplaus.
Shopping and Dining in Schenectady
For places to eat and shop near ZIP code 12306, the searches below show up-to-date listings around this location.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Schenectady, New York can be found with the searches below.
For local history, try the archives of Schenectady County along with the name Schenectady.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 12306, Duanesburg lies about 5.4 mi to the west, Altamont lies about 6.1 mi to the south, Alplaus lies about 6.2 mi to the northeast, Rotterdam Junction lies about 6.5 mi to the northwest and Rexford lies about 7.1 mi to the northeast in a straight line. Use the directions link for routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and coastline near Schenectady show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 12306
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Hickory tussock moth larva - Caterpillar Plotter Kill Nature Preserve Rotterdam NY 8545 (4854300193)”): bobistraveling, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“New York State Route 103 crossing the Erie Canal and Mohawk River”): Doug Kerr, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“"Trade-in your carpet like you trade-in your car" -- about 1950 (51000319310)”): Jim Griffin, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 4 (“Schenectady City Hall 20170507 104658 resized (36637750921)”): Henry Bellagnome from Troy, New York, United States, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Driving Through Downtown Schenectady, New York - [4K Tour]” by Infinite Destinations, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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