ZIP Code 56901: Washington, DC
ZIP code 56901 is assigned to Washington, District of Columbia. Its reference point is at latitude 38.8952 and longitude -77.0365 (38°53'42.7"N 77°02'11.4"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 56901
Washington has 301 ZIP codes in our directory.
District of Columbia has 303 ZIP codes listed in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 56915 (Washington), which shares the same reference point.
| ZIP code | 56901 |
|---|---|
| Place | Washington |
| State | District of Columbia |
| Country | United States |
| Latitude | 38.8952 |
| Longitude | -77.0365 |
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Map of ZIP Code 56901
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ZIP Codes Near 56901
These 16 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 56901, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest places to ZIP code 56901, measured in a straight line from its reference point. Road distances will be longer.
- Ft Myer – 2.5 mi southwest
- Washington Navy Yard – 2.7 mi northeast
- Arlington – 3.6 mi southwest
- Mount Rainier – 5.1 mi northeast
- Takoma Park – 5.3 mi east
- Brentwood – 5.5 mi northeast
- Bladensburg – 6.8 mi northeast
- Hyattsville – 7.0 mi northeast
- College Park – 7.1 mi northeast
- Alexandria – 7.5 mi southwest
- Oxon Hill – 7.5 mi southeast
- Riverdale – 7.5 mi east
Schools Near Washington
If you are moving to ZIP code 56901, check with the education authority that serves Washington which schools cover your street address.
Looking at nearby areas such as Ft Myer, Washington Navy Yard and Arlington 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 Washington, then zoom out to find larger parks, trails and nature areas in the wider District of Columbia area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, clinics and pharmacies serving Washington can be found with the searches below. In an emergency in the United States, call 911.
Residents may also use facilities in nearby Ft Myer, Washington Navy Yard and Arlington.
Shopping and Dining in Washington
For places to eat and shop near ZIP code 56901, the searches below show up-to-date listings around this location.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Washington, District of Columbia can be found with the searches below.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 56901, Ft Myer lies about 2.5 mi to the southwest, Washington Navy Yard lies about 2.7 mi to the northeast, Arlington lies about 3.6 mi to the southwest, Mount Rainier lies about 5.1 mi to the northeast and Takoma Park lies about 5.3 mi to the east in a straight line. Use the directions link for routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and coastline near Washington show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 56901
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Clavia Nord Lead 2 - a bit excited on the "E" key”): John Athayde from Washington, DC, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Cargo Bike on Capitol Hill, DC (8275017509)”): Mike Licht from Washington, DC, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Relief on FTC - closeup”): AlbertHerring, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 4 (“Georgetown vital vittles”): Aude, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 5 (“2013 Rally for Transgender Equality 21158”): Ted Eytan, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Top Things to Do in Washington, D.C. | Travel Guide” by Sharing the Road, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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