ZIP Code 11231: Brooklyn, New York
ZIP code 11231 covers part or all of Brooklyn in Kings County, New York. Its reference point is at latitude 40.6794 and longitude -74.0014 (40°40'45.8"N 74°00'05.0"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 11231
Brooklyn, NY has 52 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 11231, they include 11201, 11202, 11203, 11204, 11205, 11206, 11207, 11208 and 43 more.
Across Kings County there are 52 ZIP codes listed, and New York has 2,307 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 11217 in Brooklyn, NY, about 1.1 mi to the east.
| ZIP code | 11231 |
|---|---|
| City | Brooklyn |
| County | Kings County |
| State | New York (NY) |
| Latitude | 40.6794 |
| Longitude | -74.0014 |
| DMS | 40°40'45.8"N 74°00'05.0"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 11217 (Brooklyn, 1.1 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 11231
Map centered on 40.6794, -74.0014. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Brooklyn, NY
Video: Brooklyn, NY
NEW YORK CITY Walking Tour [4K] - BROOKLYN - DOWNTOWN BROOKLYN — by Julien In NYC · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 11231
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 11231, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 11231, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are New York City, NY (1.7 mi northwest). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- New York City, NY – 1.7 mi northwest
Schools Near Brooklyn, NY
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 11231 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Brooklyn and Kings County.
Searching nearby communities such as New York City can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 11231.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Brooklyn, NY are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 11231.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Brooklyn, NY can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 11231 may also use facilities in nearby New York City.
Shopping and Dining in Brooklyn
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 11231 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Brooklyn, New York can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 11231.
To research local history, try searching for Kings County records and archives along with the name Brooklyn.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 11231, New York City lies about 1.7 mi to the northwest. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Brooklyn show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 11231
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Clinton Street, Brooklyn, ca. 1872-1887. (5833488148)”): Brooklyn Museum, No restrictions, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “NEW YORK CITY Walking Tour [4K] - BROOKLYN - DOWNTOWN BROOKLYN” by Julien In NYC, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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Data for ZIP code 11231 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.