ZIP Code 46401: Gary, Indiana
ZIP code 46401 is assigned to Gary, Indiana, and lies within Lake County. Its reference point is at latitude 41.5907 and longitude -87.3199 (41°35'26.5"N 87°19'11.6"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 46401
Gary, IN has 8 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 46401, they include 46402, 46403, 46404, 46406, 46407, 46408, 46409.
Across Lake County there are 32 ZIP codes listed, and Indiana has 1,010 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 46407 in Gary, IN, about 1.1 mi to the southwest.
| ZIP code | 46401 |
|---|---|
| City | Gary |
| County | Lake County |
| State | Indiana (IN) |
| Latitude | 41.5907 |
| Longitude | -87.3199 |
| DMS | 41°35'26.5"N 87°19'11.6"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 46407 (Gary, 1.1 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 46401
Map centered on 41.5907, -87.3199. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Gary, IN
Video: Gary, IN
Michael Jackson Birthplace - Childhood Hometown Tour of Gary Indiana — by TheDailyWoo · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 46401
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 46401, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 46401, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Lake Station, IN (3.4 mi southeast), Hobart, IN (5.7 mi southeast) and Griffith, IN (6.6 mi southwest). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Lake Station, IN – 3.4 mi southeast
- Hobart, IN – 5.7 mi southeast
- Griffith, IN – 6.6 mi southwest
- Merrillville, IN – 6.8 mi south
- Hammond, IN – 6.9 mi west
- Highland, IN – 7.6 mi west
- Portage, IN – 7.6 mi east
- East Chicago, IN – 8.0 mi northwest
Schools Near Gary, IN
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 46401 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Gary and Lake County.
Searching nearby communities such as Lake Station and Hobart can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 46401.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Gary, IN are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 46401.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Gary, IN can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 46401 may also use facilities in nearby Lake Station, Hobart and Griffith.
Shopping and Dining in Gary
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 46401 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Gary, Indiana can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 46401.
To research local history, try searching for Lake County records and archives along with the name Gary.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 46401, Lake Station lies about 3.4 mi to the southeast, Hobart lies about 5.7 mi to the southeast, Griffith lies about 6.6 mi to the southwest, Merrillville lies about 6.8 mi to the south and Hammond lies about 6.9 mi to the west. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Gary show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 46401
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Gary Palace”): Kevin Miller from South Bend, IN, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Michael Jackson Birthplace - Childhood Hometown Tour of Gary Indiana” by TheDailyWoo, 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 46401 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.