ZIP Code 31706: Albany, Georgia
ZIP code 31706 covers part or all of Albany in Dougherty County, Georgia. Its reference point is at latitude 31.5593 and longitude -84.1765 (31°33'33.5"N 84°10'35.4"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 31706
Albany, GA has 9 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 31706, they include 31701, 31702, 31703, 31704, 31705, 31707, 31708, 31721.
Across Dougherty County there are 10 ZIP codes listed, and Georgia has 1,077 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 31701 in Albany, GA, about 1.0 mi to the northeast.
| ZIP code | 31706 |
|---|---|
| City | Albany |
| County | Dougherty County |
| State | Georgia (GA) |
| Latitude | 31.5593 |
| Longitude | -84.1765 |
| DMS | 31°33'33.5"N 84°10'35.4"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 31701 (Albany, 1.0 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 31706
Map centered on 31.5593, -84.1765. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Albany, GA
Video: Albany, GA
Walking Downtown: Albany, GA | Exploring the City in the Heart of South Georgia — by 229 Life · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 31706
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 31706, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 31706, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Putney, GA (2.8 mi southwest), Leesburg, GA (8.5 mi north) and Baconton, GA (12 mi south). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Putney, GA – 2.8 mi southwest
- Leesburg, GA – 8.5 mi north
- Baconton, GA – 12 mi south
- Sasser, GA – 13 mi northwest
- Sylvester, GA – 19 mi east
- Newton, GA – 19 mi southwest
Schools Near Albany, GA
If you are moving to ZIP code 31706, check the school district serving Albany and Dougherty County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Putney and Leesburg can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 31706.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Use the map above to explore green space around Albany. Zoom out to look for larger parks and nature areas beyond the ZIP code 31706 area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Albany, GA can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 31706 may also use facilities in nearby Putney, Leesburg and Baconton.
Shopping and Dining in Albany
For places to eat and shop near Albany, GA, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 31706.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Albany, Georgia can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 31706.
To research local history, try searching for Dougherty County records and archives along with the name Albany.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 31706, Putney lies about 2.8 mi to the southwest, Leesburg lies about 8.5 mi to the north, Baconton lies about 12 mi to the south, Sasser lies about 13 mi to the northwest and Sylvester lies about 19 mi to the east. 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 31706
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Old Mt. Zion Cornerstone Betty Rehberg”): Betty Rehberg, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Old Mt. Zion Church on Whitney Betty Rehberg 2”): Betty Rehberg, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Greetings from Albany, Georgia - Large Letter Postcard (8291091790)”): Steve Shook from Moscow, Idaho, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Walking Downtown: Albany, GA | Exploring the City in the Heart of South Georgia” by 229 Life, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
Photos are shown from their original source under the licenses listed. They were taken near this ZIP code's reference point and may show neighboring areas.
Data for ZIP code 31706 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.