ZIP Code 12204: Albany, New York
ZIP code 12204 covers part or all of Albany in Albany County, New York. Its reference point is at latitude 42.6847 and longitude -73.7354 (42°41'04.9"N 73°44'07.4"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 12204
Albany, NY has 51 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 12204, they include 12201, 12202, 12203, 12205, 12206, 12207, 12208, 12209 and 42 more.
Across Albany County there are 80 ZIP codes listed, and New York has 2,307 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 12207 in Albany, NY, about 2.1 mi to the south.
| ZIP code | 12204 |
|---|---|
| City | Albany |
| County | Albany County |
| State | New York (NY) |
| Latitude | 42.6847 |
| Longitude | -73.7354 |
| DMS | 42°41'04.9"N 73°44'07.4"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 12207 (Albany, 2.1 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 12204
Map centered on 42.6847, -73.7354. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
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Video: Albany, NY
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ZIP Codes Near 12204
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 12204, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 12204, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Newtonville, NY (3.1 mi northwest), Watervliet, NY (3.3 mi north) and Rensselaer, NY (3.4 mi south). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Newtonville, NY – 3.1 mi northwest
- Watervliet, NY – 3.3 mi north
- Rensselaer, NY – 3.4 mi south
- Latham, NY – 4.5 mi north
- Troy, NY – 4.6 mi northeast
Schools Near Albany, NY
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 12204 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Albany and Albany County.
Searching nearby communities such as Newtonville and Watervliet can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 12204.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Albany, NY are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 12204.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Albany, NY can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 12204 may also use facilities in nearby Newtonville, Watervliet and Rensselaer.
Shopping and Dining in Albany
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 12204 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Albany, New York can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 12204.
To research local history, try searching for Albany County records and archives along with the name Albany.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 12204, Newtonville lies about 3.1 mi to the northwest, Watervliet lies about 3.3 mi to the north, Rensselaer lies about 3.4 mi to the south, Latham lies about 4.5 mi to the north and Troy 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 Albany show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 12204
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Sacred Heart Church North Albany”): Unknown authorUnknown author, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Capital District Irony”): UpstateNYer, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Palace Theatre (49555600777)”): яіску ѕнояе, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 4 (“The Albany, NY Dongan Charter (34646267490)”): Henry Bellagnome from Troy, New York, United States, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 5 (“Maps galore at the Albany County Hall of Records (34190103864)”): Henry Bellagnome from Troy, New York, United States, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Top 10 Best Things to Do in Albany, New York - Travel Guide 2024” by DoTravel, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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Data for ZIP code 12204 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.