ZIP Code 46406: Gary, IN
ZIP code 46406 is assigned to Gary in Lake County, Indiana. Its reference point is at latitude 41.5878 and longitude -87.4062 (41°35'16.1"N 87°24'22.3"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 46406
Gary has 8 ZIP codes in our directory, and Lake County has 32.
Indiana has 1,010 ZIP codes listed in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 46404 in Gary, about 1.7 mi to the east.
| ZIP code | 46406 |
|---|---|
| Place | Gary |
| County | Lake County |
| State | Indiana |
| Country | United States |
| Latitude | 41.5878 |
| Longitude | -87.4062 |
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Map of ZIP Code 46406
Map centred on 41.5878, -87.4062. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Gary, Indiana
Video: Gary, Indiana
Michael Jackson Birthplace - Childhood Hometown Tour of Gary Indiana — by TheDailyWoo · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 46406
These 13 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 46406, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest places to ZIP code 46406, measured in a straight line from its reference point. Road distances will be longer.
- Hammond – 3.4 mi west
- Highland – 3.7 mi southwest
- Griffith – 3.8 mi south
- East Chicago – 4.4 mi northwest
- Munster – 5.4 mi southwest
- Schererville – 7.2 mi southwest
- Lansing – 7.3 mi west
- Lake Station – 7.6 mi east
- Calumet City – 7.6 mi west
- Merrillville – 7.9 mi south
- Whiting – 7.9 mi northwest
- Dyer – 8.5 mi southwest
Schools Near Gary
If you are moving to ZIP code 46406, check with the education authority that serves Gary, Lake County which schools cover your street address.
Looking at nearby areas such as Hammond, Highland and Griffith 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 Gary, then zoom out to find larger parks, trails and nature areas in the wider Indiana area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, clinics and pharmacies serving Gary can be found with the searches below. In an emergency in the United States, call 911.
Residents may also use facilities in nearby Hammond, Highland and Griffith.
Shopping and Dining in Gary
For places to eat and shop near ZIP code 46406, the searches below show up-to-date listings around this location.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Gary, Indiana can be found with the searches below.
For local history, try the archives of Lake County along with the name Gary.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 46406, Hammond lies about 2.4 mi to the west, Highland lies about 3.7 mi to the southwest, Griffith lies about 3.8 mi to the south, East Chicago lies about 4.4 mi to the northwest and Munster lies about 5.4 mi to the southwest in a straight line. Use the directions link for routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and coastline near Gary show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 46406
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Gary Palace”): Kevin Miller from South Bend, IN, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Greetings from Gary, Indiana - Large Letter Postcard (4237478422)”): Steve Shook from Moscow, Idaho, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“South Shore Train 505 (3350166689)”): Russell Sekeet, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 4 (“St. John Front”): Elderdxc, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 5 (“Greetings from Gary, Indiana, "The Steel City" - Large Letter Postcard (4237479954)”): Steve Shook from Moscow, Idaho, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Michael Jackson Birthplace - Childhood Hometown Tour of Gary Indiana” by TheDailyWoo, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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