ZIP Code 77042: Houston, TX
ZIP code 77042 is assigned to Houston in Harris County, Texas. Its reference point is at latitude 29.7404 and longitude -95.5589 (29°44'25.4"N 95°33'32.0"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 77042
Houston has 191 ZIP codes in our directory, and Harris County has 235.
Texas has 2,742 ZIP codes listed in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 77063 in Houston, about 2.2 mi to the east.
| ZIP code | 77042 |
|---|---|
| Place | Houston |
| County | Harris County |
| State | Texas |
| Country | United States |
| Latitude | 29.7404 |
| Longitude | -95.5589 |
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Map of ZIP Code 77042
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ZIP Codes Near 77042
These 16 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 77042, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest places to ZIP code 77042, measured in a straight line from its reference point. Road distances will be longer.
- Bellaire – 6.9 mi east
- Katy – 8.0 mi northwest
- Alief – 9.9 mi northeast
- Barker – 9.9 mi northeast
- Hufsmith – 9.9 mi northeast
- North Houston – 9.9 mi northeast
- Missouri City – 11 mi south
- Cypress – 11 mi north
- Stafford – 13 mi southwest
- Sugar Land – 13 mi southwest
- Richmond – 14 mi southwest
- Fresno – 16 mi south
Schools Near Houston
If you are moving to ZIP code 77042, check with the education authority that serves Houston, Harris County which schools cover your street address.
Looking at nearby areas such as Bellaire, Katy and Alief 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 Houston, then zoom out to find larger parks, trails and nature areas in the wider Texas area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, clinics and pharmacies serving Houston can be found with the searches below. In an emergency in the United States, call 911.
Residents may also use facilities in nearby Bellaire, Katy and Alief.
Shopping and Dining in Houston
For places to eat and shop near ZIP code 77042, the searches below show up-to-date listings around this location.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Houston, Texas can be found with the searches below.
For local history, try the archives of Harris County along with the name Houston.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 77042, Bellaire lies about 6.9 mi to the east, Katy lies about 8.0 mi to the northwest, Alief lies about 9.9 mi to the northeast, Barker lies about 9.9 mi to the northeast and Hufsmith lies about 9.9 mi to the northeast in a straight line. Use the directions link for routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and coastline near Houston show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 77042
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“5th Ward Jam (6527849923)”): Ed Schipul from Houston, TX, US, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Great Southwest Building, 2008”): Jim Porter from Houston, usa, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Greetings from Houston, Texas - Large Letter Postcard (7984941205)”): Steve Shook from Moscow, Idaho, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 4 (“Robertson Stadium Construction on May 24, 1941”): Elwood M. Payne of Paralta Studios (photography), Fretz Construction Company (construction), Harry D. Payne (architectu…, Attribution, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 5 (“Harvey aftermath Neighborly Help (36784379681)”): Chabad Lubavitch, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Houston Texas Travel Guide: Best Things To Do in Houston” by Island Hopper TV, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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