ZIP Code 99517: Anchorage, AK
Anchorage in Anchorage Municipality, Alaska uses ZIP code 99517. Its reference point is at latitude 61.1901 and longitude -149.9361 (61°11'24.4"N 149°56'10.0"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 99517
Anchorage has 26 ZIP codes in our directory, and Anchorage Municipality has 30.
Alaska has 275 ZIP codes listed in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 99503 in Anchorage, about 1.4 mi to the east.
| ZIP code | 99517 |
|---|---|
| Place | Anchorage |
| County | Anchorage Municipality |
| State | Alaska |
| Country | United States |
| Latitude | 61.1901 |
| Longitude | -149.9361 |
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Map of ZIP Code 99517
Map centred on 61.1901, -149.9361. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Anchorage, Alaska
Video: Anchorage, Alaska
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ZIP Codes Near 99517
These 14 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 99517, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest places to ZIP code 99517, measured in a straight line from its reference point. Road distances will be longer.
- Elmendorf Afb – 5.9 mi northeast
- Fort Richardson – 10 mi northeast
- Eagle River – 16 mi northeast
- Indian – 17 mi east
- Chugiak – 22 mi northeast
- Big Lake – 24 mi north
- Hope – 27 mi southeast
- Wasilla – 31 mi northeast
- Girdwood – 31 mi southeast
- Moose Pass – 44 mi southeast
- Palmer – 44 mi northeast
- Willow – 49 mi north
Schools Near Anchorage
School places are usually allocated by home address, so families living around ZIP code 99517 should confirm their catchment school with the local education authority for Anchorage, Anchorage Municipality.
Looking at nearby areas such as Elmendorf Afb, Fort Richardson and Eagle River 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 Anchorage are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centred on ZIP code 99517.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, clinics and pharmacies serving Anchorage can be found with the searches below. In an emergency in the United States, call 911.
Residents may also use facilities in nearby Elmendorf Afb, Fort Richardson and Eagle River.
Shopping and Dining in Anchorage
Restaurants, supermarkets and shopping centres in and around Anchorage 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 Anchorage, Alaska can be found with the searches below.
For local history, try the archives of Anchorage Municipality along with the name Anchorage.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 99517, Elmendorf Afb lies about 5.9 mi to the northeast, Fort Richardson lies about 10 mi to the northeast, Eagle River lies about 16 mi to the northeast, Indian lies about 17 mi to the east and Chugiak lies about 22 mi to the northeast in a straight line. Use the directions link for routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and coastline near Anchorage show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 99517
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“090607-F-1735C-065 (3619754801)”): 176th Wing Alaska Air National Guard from Anchorage, Alaska, United States, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Forrest Dunbar”): Photo used via Creative Commons license courtesy Paxson Woelber, The Alaska Landmine, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“2011 Iditarod (5501740010)”): Brandon Wood from Anchorage, AK, US, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 4 (“Agelaius phoeniceus - Connie Taylor - 85666205”): Connie Taylor, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 5 (“OPUS Projects Manager Training (29634149454)”): AlaskaNPS, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Top 10 Best Things to Do in Anchorage, Alaska [Anchorage Travel Guide 2025]” by Vacation Idea, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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