ZIP Code 12603: Poughkeepsie, New York
Poughkeepsie, NY uses ZIP code 12603, which falls within Dutchess County, New York. Its reference point is at latitude 41.6907 and longitude -73.8621 (41°41'26.5"N 73°51'43.6"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 12603
Poughkeepsie, NY has 5 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 12603, they include 12600, 12601, 12602, 12604.
Across Dutchess County there are 39 ZIP codes listed, and New York has 2,307 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 12600 in Poughkeepsie, NY, about 2.5 mi to the west.
| ZIP code | 12603 |
|---|---|
| City | Poughkeepsie |
| County | Dutchess County |
| State | New York (NY) |
| Latitude | 41.6907 |
| Longitude | -73.8621 |
| DMS | 41°41'26.5"N 73°51'43.6"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 12600 (Poughkeepsie, 2.5 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 12603
Map centered on 41.6907, -73.8621. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
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ZIP Codes Near 12603
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 12603, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 12603, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Pleasant Valley, NY (4.6 mi northeast), Lagrangeville, NY (6.4 mi east) and Milton, NY (6.5 mi southwest). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Pleasant Valley, NY – 4.6 mi northeast
- Lagrangeville, NY – 6.4 mi east
- Milton, NY – 6.5 mi southwest
- Wappingers Falls, NY – 6.7 mi south
- Highland, NY – 7.0 mi west
- Hyde Park, NY – 7.1 mi north
- Verbank, NY – 7.7 mi east
- Bangall, NY – 7.8 mi northeast
- Billings, NY – 7.8 mi northeast
- Castle Point, NY – 7.8 mi northeast
Schools Near Poughkeepsie, NY
If you are moving to ZIP code 12603, check the school district serving Poughkeepsie and Dutchess County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Pleasant Valley and Lagrangeville can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 12603.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Use the map above to explore green space around Poughkeepsie. Zoom out to look for larger parks and nature areas beyond the ZIP code 12603 area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Poughkeepsie, NY can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 12603 may also use facilities in nearby Pleasant Valley, Lagrangeville and Milton.
Shopping and Dining in Poughkeepsie
For places to eat and shop near Poughkeepsie, NY, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 12603.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Poughkeepsie, New York can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 12603.
To research local history, try searching for Dutchess County records and archives along with the name Poughkeepsie.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 12603, Pleasant Valley lies about 4.6 mi to the northeast, Lagrangeville lies about 6.4 mi to the east, Milton lies about 6.5 mi to the southwest, Wappingers Falls lies about 6.7 mi to the south and Highland lies about 7.0 mi to the west. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Poughkeepsie show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 12603
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Fonteynkill, Vassar College, June 2007”): Michael Thaler, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Top 10 Best Things to Do in Poughkeepsie, New York State - Travel Guide 2025” by DoTravel, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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