ZIP Code 46256: Indianapolis, IN
Indianapolis in Marion County, Indiana uses ZIP code 46256. Its reference point is at latitude 39.8977 and longitude -86.0094 (39°53'51.7"N 86°00'33.8"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 46256
Indianapolis has 62 ZIP codes in our directory, and Marion County has 61.
Indiana has 1,010 ZIP codes listed in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 46216 in Indianapolis, about 2.3 mi to the south.
| ZIP code | 46256 |
|---|---|
| Place | Indianapolis |
| County | Marion County |
| State | Indiana |
| Country | United States |
| Latitude | 39.8977 |
| Longitude | -86.0094 |
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Map of ZIP Code 46256
Map centred on 39.8977, -86.0094. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
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ZIP Codes Near 46256
These 10 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 46256, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest places to ZIP code 46256, measured in a straight line from its reference point. Road distances will be longer.
- Fishers – 4.3 mi north
- Mc Cordsville – 5.3 mi east
- Carmel – 8.5 mi northwest
- Fortville – 10 mi east
- Noblesville – 12 mi north
- Ingalls – 12 mi east
- Pendleton – 13 mi northeast
- Greenfield – 13 mi southeast
- Westfield – 13 mi northwest
- Maxwell – 13 mi east
- New Palestine – 13 mi southeast
- Beech Grove – 13 mi south
Schools Near Indianapolis
School places are usually allocated by home address, so families living around ZIP code 46256 should confirm their catchment school with the local education authority for Indianapolis, Marion County.
Looking at nearby areas such as Fishers, Mc Cordsville and Carmel 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 Indianapolis are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centred on ZIP code 46256.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, clinics and pharmacies serving Indianapolis can be found with the searches below. In an emergency in the United States, call 911.
Residents may also use facilities in nearby Fishers, Mc Cordsville and Carmel.
Shopping and Dining in Indianapolis
Restaurants, supermarkets and shopping centres in and around Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis, Indiana can be found with the searches below.
For local history, try the archives of Marion County along with the name Indianapolis.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 46256, Fishers lies about 4.2 mi to the north, Mc Cordsville lies about 5.3 mi to the east, Carmel lies about 8.5 mi to the northwest, Fortville lies about 10 mi to the east and Noblesville lies about 12 mi to the north in a straight line. Use the directions link for routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and coastline near Indianapolis show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 46256
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Book Gnomes by Alexander Sangernebo (1909) - panoramio”): WSaves PublicArt, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“General Henry Lawton Monument by Andrew O'Connor (1906) - panoramio”): WSaves PublicArt, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Indiana Theater Facade by Alexander Sangernebo (1927) - panoramio”): WSaves PublicArt, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 4 (“Indianapolis Museum of Art - IMA (3199667566)”): Serge Melki from Indianapolis, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 5 (“Mug N' Bun - 2010 - Sarah Stierch”): Sarah Stierch, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Top 10 Best Things to do in Indianapolis, Indiana - Travel Guide 2025” by Travel Insights, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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