ZIP Code 17872: Shamokin, PA
Shamokin in Northumberland County, Pennsylvania uses ZIP code 17872. Its reference point is at latitude 40.792 and longitude -76.6016 (40°47'31.2"N 76°36'05.8"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 17872
Pennsylvania has 2,250 ZIP codes listed in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 17866 in Coal Township, about 2.6 mi to the east.
| ZIP code | 17872 |
|---|---|
| Place | Shamokin |
| County | Northumberland County |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| Country | United States |
| Latitude | 40.792 |
| Longitude | -76.6016 |
Map of ZIP Code 17872
Map centred on 40.792, -76.6016. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Shamokin, Pennsylvania
ZIP Codes Near 17872
These 16 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 17872, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest places to ZIP code 17872, measured in a straight line from its reference point. Road distances will be longer.
- Coal Township – 2.6 mi east
- Trevorton – 3.7 mi west
- Paxinos – 4.0 mi northwest
- Elysburg – 5.5 mi northeast
- Leck Kill – 5.8 mi south
- Kulpmont – 6.7 mi east
- Snydertown – 6.9 mi northwest
- Rebuck – 7.1 mi southwest
- Marion Heights – 7.2 mi east
- Pitman – 7.3 mi southeast
- Excelsior – 7.5 mi northwest
- Potts Grove – 7.5 mi northwest
Schools Near Shamokin
School places are usually allocated by home address, so families living around ZIP code 17872 should confirm their catchment school with the local education authority for Shamokin, Northumberland County.
Looking at nearby areas such as Coal Township, Trevorton and Paxinos 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 Shamokin are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centred on ZIP code 17872.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, clinics and pharmacies serving Shamokin can be found with the searches below. In an emergency in the United States, call 911.
Residents may also use facilities in nearby Coal Township, Trevorton and Paxinos.
Shopping and Dining in Shamokin
Restaurants, supermarkets and shopping centres in and around Shamokin 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 Shamokin, Pennsylvania can be found with the searches below.
For local history, try the archives of Northumberland County along with the name Shamokin.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 17872, Coal Township lies about 2.6 mi to the east, Trevorton lies about 3.7 mi to the west, Paxinos lies about 4.0 mi to the northwest, Elysburg lies about 5.5 mi to the northeast and Leck Kill lies about 5.8 mi to the south in a straight line. Use the directions link for routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and coastline near Shamokin show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 17872
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Shamokin, Pennsylvania (4143367213)”): Doug Kerr from Albany, NY, United States, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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