ZIP Code 78256: San Antonio, Texas
ZIP code 78256 covers part or all of San Antonio in Bexar County, Texas. Its reference point is at latitude 29.6169 and longitude -98.6252 (29°37'00.8"N 98°37'30.7"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 78256
San Antonio, TX has 89 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 78256, they include 78201, 78202, 78203, 78204, 78205, 78206, 78207, 78208 and 80 more.
Across Bexar County there are 100 ZIP codes listed, and Texas has 2,742 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 78257 in San Antonio, TX, about 2.4 mi to the north.
| ZIP code | 78256 |
|---|---|
| City | San Antonio |
| County | Bexar County |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| Latitude | 29.6169 |
| Longitude | -98.6252 |
| DMS | 29°37'00.8"N 98°37'30.7"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 78257 (San Antonio, 2.4 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 78256
Map centered on 29.6169, -98.6252. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
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ZIP Codes Near 78256
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 78256, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 78256, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Helotes, TX (7.8 mi west) and Boerne, TX (8.3 mi north). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Helotes, TX – 7.8 mi west
- Boerne, TX – 8.3 mi north
Schools Near San Antonio, TX
If you are moving to ZIP code 78256, check the school district serving San Antonio and Bexar County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Helotes and Boerne can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 78256.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Use the map above to explore green space around San Antonio. Zoom out to look for larger parks and nature areas beyond the ZIP code 78256 area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving San Antonio, TX can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 78256 may also use facilities in nearby Helotes and Boerne.
Shopping and Dining in San Antonio
For places to eat and shop near San Antonio, TX, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 78256.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near San Antonio, Texas can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 78256.
To research local history, try searching for Bexar County records and archives along with the name San Antonio.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 78256, Helotes lies about 7.8 mi to the west and Boerne lies about 8.3 mi to the north. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near San Antonio show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 78256
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Road Runner Express (Six Flags Fiesta Texas) 1”): Brent Schmidt from Mashpee, USA, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Poltergeist 1”): Brent Schmidt, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Boomerrang - panoramio”): organic_veggie, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “San Antonio Travel Guide: 24 Hours Exploring the River Walk, Missions, Alamo & More” by Through My Lens, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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Data for ZIP code 78256 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.