ZIP Code 06386: Waterford, Connecticut
Waterford, CT uses ZIP code 06386, which falls within New London County, Connecticut. Its reference point is at latitude 41.4648 and longitude -72.1273 (41°27'53.3"N 72°07'38.3"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 06386
Waterford, CT has 2 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 06386, they include 06385.
Across New London County there are 39 ZIP codes listed, and Connecticut has 446 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 06474 (North Westchester, CT), which shares the same reference point.
| ZIP code | 06386 |
|---|---|
| City | Waterford |
| County | New London County |
| State | Connecticut (CT) |
| Latitude | 41.4648 |
| Longitude | -72.1273 |
| DMS | 41°27'53.3"N 72°07'38.3"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 06474 (North Westchester, same location) |
Map of ZIP Code 06386
Map centered on 41.4648, -72.1273. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Waterford, CT
Video: Waterford, CT
Harkness Memorial State Park Waterford CT walking tour of beach, Mansion and Gardens — by Afternoon in Connecticut · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 06386
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 06386, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 06386, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are North Westchester, CT (same reference point), Uncasville, CT (0.8 mi east) and Montville, CT (1.0 mi southwest). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- North Westchester, CT – same reference point
- Uncasville, CT – 0.8 mi east
- Montville, CT – 1.0 mi southwest
- Oakdale, CT – 3.3 mi west
- Gales Ferry, CT – 4.0 mi southeast
- Quaker Hill, CT – 4.3 mi south
- Groton, CT – 4.9 mi southeast
- Norwich, CT – 5.5 mi northeast
- Bozrah, CT – 6.1 mi north
- Yantic, CT – 6.6 mi north
Schools Near Waterford, CT
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 06386 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Waterford and New London County.
Searching nearby communities such as North Westchester and Uncasville can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 06386.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Waterford, CT are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 06386.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Waterford, CT can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 06386 may also use facilities in nearby North Westchester, Uncasville and Montville.
Shopping and Dining in Waterford
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 06386 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Waterford, Connecticut can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 06386.
To research local history, try searching for New London County records and archives along with the name Waterford.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 06386, North Westchester shares the same reference point, Uncasville lies about 0.8 mi to the east, Montville lies about 1.0 mi to the southwest, Oakdale lies about 3.3 mi to the west and Gales Ferry lies about 4.0 mi to the southeast. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Waterford show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 06386
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Raymond-Bradford Homestead - New London County CT”): CLK Hatcher, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Uncasville School”): CLK Hatcher, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Brewster Neck Cemetery”): JudyCNM80, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Harkness Memorial State Park Waterford CT walking tour of beach, Mansion and Gardens” by Afternoon in Connecticut, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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Data for ZIP code 06386 comes from a public U.S. postal code dataset and is provided for general reference. Always confirm mailing details with the U.S. Postal Service.