ZIP Code 62002: Alton, Illinois
ZIP code 62002 is assigned to Alton, Illinois, and lies within Madison County. Its reference point is at latitude 38.9087 and longitude -90.1568 (38°54'31.3"N 90°09'24.5"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 62002
62002 is the only ZIP code listed for Alton, IL in our directory.
Across Madison County there are 28 ZIP codes listed, and Illinois has 1,645 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 62035 in Godfrey, IL, about 3.7 mi to the northwest.
| ZIP code | 62002 |
|---|---|
| City | Alton |
| County | Madison County |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| Latitude | 38.9087 |
| Longitude | -90.1568 |
| DMS | 38°54'31.3"N 90°09'24.5"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 62035 (Godfrey, 3.7 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 62002
Map centered on 38.9087, -90.1568. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Alton, IL
Video: Alton, IL
Exploring the Abandoned Caves Under a Mansion in Alton, Illinois! — by Free4All · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 62002
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 62002, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 62002, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Godfrey, IL (3.7 mi northwest), Cottage Hills, IL (4.0 mi east) and East Alton, IL (4.4 mi southeast). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Godfrey, IL – 3.7 mi northwest
- Cottage Hills, IL – 4.0 mi east
- East Alton, IL – 4.4 mi southeast
- Wood River, IL – 4.8 mi southeast
- West Alton, MO – 4.9 mi southwest
- Roxana, IL – 5.9 mi southeast
- Hartford, IL – 6.6 mi southeast
- Bethalto, IL – 6.6 mi east
- Saint Louis, MO – 7.8 mi south
- South Roxana, IL – 8.0 mi southeast
Schools Near Alton, IL
If you are moving to ZIP code 62002, check the school district serving Alton and Madison County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Godfrey and Cottage Hills can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 62002.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
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Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Alton, IL can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 62002 may also use facilities in nearby Godfrey, Cottage Hills and East Alton.
Shopping and Dining in Alton
For places to eat and shop near Alton, IL, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 62002.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Alton, Illinois can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 62002.
To research local history, try searching for Madison County records and archives along with the name Alton.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 62002, Godfrey lies about 3.7 mi to the northwest, Cottage Hills lies about 4.0 mi to the east, East Alton lies about 4.4 mi to the southeast, Wood River lies about 4.8 mi to the southeast and West Alton lies about 4.9 mi to the southwest. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Alton show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 62002
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“So say we all! (2976672661)”): jeem from Saint Louis, United States, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Greetings from Alton, Illinois - Large Letter Postcard (7905572928)”): Steve Shook from Moscow, Idaho, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Exploring the Abandoned Caves Under a Mansion in Alton, Illinois!” by Free4All, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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Data for ZIP code 62002 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.