ZIP Code 08536: Plainsboro, New Jersey
Plainsboro, NJ uses ZIP code 08536, which falls within Middlesex County, New Jersey. Its reference point is at latitude 40.3324 and longitude -74.5688 (40°19'56.6"N 74°34'07.7"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 08536
08536 is the only ZIP code listed for Plainsboro, NJ in our directory.
Across Middlesex County there are 51 ZIP codes listed, and New Jersey has 753 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 08852 in Monmouth Junction, NJ, about 3.8 mi to the north.
| ZIP code | 08536 |
|---|---|
| City | Plainsboro |
| County | Middlesex County |
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| Latitude | 40.3324 |
| Longitude | -74.5688 |
| DMS | 40°19'56.6"N 74°34'07.7"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 08852 (Monmouth Junction, 3.8 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 08536
Map centered on 40.3324, -74.5688. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Plainsboro, NJ
ZIP Codes Near 08536
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 08536, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 08536, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Monmouth Junction, NJ (3.8 mi north), Cranbury, NJ (3.8 mi southeast) and Kingston, NJ (4.1 mi northwest). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Monmouth Junction, NJ – 3.8 mi north
- Cranbury, NJ – 3.8 mi southeast
- Kingston, NJ – 4.1 mi northwest
- Princeton, NJ – 4.5 mi northwest
- Dayton, NJ – 4.6 mi northeast
- Hightstown, NJ – 5.1 mi southeast
- Rocky Hill, NJ – 6.0 mi northwest
- Kendall Park, NJ – 6.2 mi north
- Windsor, NJ – 6.2 mi south
- Princeton Junction, NJ – 6.3 mi southwest
Schools Near Plainsboro, NJ
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 08536 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Plainsboro and Middlesex County.
Searching nearby communities such as Monmouth Junction and Cranbury can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 08536.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Plainsboro, NJ are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 08536.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Plainsboro, NJ can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 08536 may also use facilities in nearby Monmouth Junction, Cranbury and Kingston.
Shopping and Dining in Plainsboro
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 08536 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Plainsboro, New Jersey can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 08536.
To research local history, try searching for Middlesex County records and archives along with the name Plainsboro.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 08536, Monmouth Junction lies about 3.8 mi to the north, Cranbury lies about 3.8 mi to the southeast, Kingston lies about 4.1 mi to the northwest, Princeton lies about 4.5 mi to the northwest and Dayton lies about 4.6 mi to the northeast. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Plainsboro show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 08536
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Spring in Plainsboro - panoramio”): febb, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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Data for ZIP code 08536 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.