ZIP Code 70879: Baton Rouge, LA
ZIP code 70879 is assigned to Baton Rouge in East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana. Its reference point is at latitude 30.5159 and longitude -91.0804 (30°30'57.2"N 91°04'49.4"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 70879
Baton Rouge has 43 ZIP codes in our directory, and East Baton Rouge Parish has 46.
Louisiana has 749 ZIP codes listed in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 70704 (Baker), which shares the same reference point.
| ZIP code | 70879 |
|---|---|
| Place | Baton Rouge |
| County | East Baton Rouge Parish |
| State | Louisiana |
| Country | United States |
| Latitude | 30.5159 |
| Longitude | -91.0804 |
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Map of ZIP Code 70879
Map centred on 30.5159, -91.0804. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Baton Rouge, Louisiana
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ZIP Codes Near 70879
These 16 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 70879, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest places to ZIP code 70879, measured in a straight line from its reference point. Road distances will be longer.
- Baker – 2.9 mi northwest
- Watson – 7.6 mi east
- Pride – 8.5 mi northeast
- Greenwell Springs – 8.7 mi northeast
- Zachary – 10 mi north
- Port Allen – 11 mi west
- Denham Springs – 12 mi east
- Walker – 13 mi east
- Brusly – 14 mi southwest
- Slaughter – 15 mi north
- Addis – 15 mi southwest
- Bueche – 16 mi west
Schools Near Baton Rouge
If you are moving to ZIP code 70879, check with the education authority that serves Baton Rouge, East Baton Rouge Parish which schools cover your street address.
Looking at nearby areas such as Baker, Watson and Pride 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 Baton Rouge, then zoom out to find larger parks, trails and nature areas in the wider Louisiana area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, clinics and pharmacies serving Baton Rouge can be found with the searches below. In an emergency in the United States, call 911.
Residents may also use facilities in nearby Baker, Watson and Pride.
Shopping and Dining in Baton Rouge
For places to eat and shop near ZIP code 70879, the searches below show up-to-date listings around this location.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Baton Rouge, Louisiana can be found with the searches below.
For local history, try the archives of East Baton Rouge Parish along with the name Baton Rouge.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 70879, Baker shares the same reference point, Watson lies about 7.6 mi to the east, Pride lies about 8.5 mi to the northeast, Greenwell Springs lies about 8.7 mi to the northeast and Zachary lies about 10 mi to the north in a straight line. Use the directions link for routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and coastline near Baton Rouge show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 70879
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Belisle Building”): Tjean314, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Prince Hall Masonic Temple (Baton Rouge, Louisiana)”): Tjean314, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Mount Hope Plantation House”): Tjean314, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 4 (“Scott Street School, Baton Rouge, Louisiana”): Tjean314, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 5 (“Greeting from Louisiana State University - Large Letter Postcard”): Steve Shook, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Baton Rouge Vacation Travel Guide | Expedia” by Expedia, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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