ZIP Code 11550: Hempstead, New York
ZIP code 11550 covers part or all of Hempstead in Nassau County, New York. Its reference point is at latitude 40.7049 and longitude -73.6176 (40°42'17.6"N 73°37'03.4"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 11550
Hempstead, NY has 3 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 11550, they include 11549, 11551.
Across Nassau County there are 110 ZIP codes listed, and New York has 2,307 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 11549 in Hempstead, NY, about 1.2 mi to the northeast.
| ZIP code | 11550 |
|---|---|
| City | Hempstead |
| County | Nassau County |
| State | New York (NY) |
| Latitude | 40.7049 |
| Longitude | -73.6176 |
| DMS | 40°42'17.6"N 73°37'03.4"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 11549 (Hempstead, 1.2 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 11550
Map centered on 40.7049, -73.6176. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Hempstead, NY
Video: Hempstead, NY
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ZIP Codes Near 11550
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 11550, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 11550, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Uniondale, NY (1.4 mi east), West Hempstead, NY (2.1 mi southwest) and Garden City, NY (2.1 mi northwest). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Uniondale, NY – 1.4 mi east
- West Hempstead, NY – 2.1 mi southwest
- Garden City, NY – 2.1 mi northwest
- Roosevelt, NY – 2.4 mi southeast
- New York City, NY – 2.9 mi west
- Rockville Centre, NY – 3.0 mi south
- Franklin Square, NY – 3.1 mi west
- Mineola, NY – 3.1 mi north
- Carle Place, NY – 3.2 mi north
- East Meadow, NY – 3.3 mi east
Schools Near Hempstead, NY
If you are moving to ZIP code 11550, check the school district serving Hempstead and Nassau County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Uniondale and West Hempstead can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 11550.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Use the map above to explore green space around Hempstead. Zoom out to look for larger parks and nature areas beyond the ZIP code 11550 area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Hempstead, NY can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 11550 may also use facilities in nearby Uniondale, West Hempstead and Garden City.
Shopping and Dining in Hempstead
For places to eat and shop near Hempstead, NY, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 11550.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Hempstead, New York can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 11550.
To research local history, try searching for Nassau County records and archives along with the name Hempstead.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 11550, Uniondale lies about 1.4 mi to the east, West Hempstead lies about 2.1 mi to the southwest, Garden City lies about 2.1 mi to the northwest, Roosevelt lies about 2.4 mi to the southeast and New York City lies about 2.9 mi to the west. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Hempstead show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 11550
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“TownOfHempsteadHall”): Meadowbrook at en.wikipedia, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Greetings from Hempstead, Long Island, New York - Large Letter Postcard (4716751519)”): Steve Shook from Moscow, Idaho, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “HEMPSTEAD NEW YORK HOODS” by CharlieBo313, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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Data for ZIP code 11550 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.