ZIP Code 87517: Carson, New Mexico
ZIP code 87517 covers part or all of Carson in Taos County, New Mexico. Its reference point is at latitude 36.5045 and longitude -105.6292 (36°30'16.2"N 105°37'45.1"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 87517
87517 is the only ZIP code listed for Carson, NM in our directory.
Across Taos County there are 21 ZIP codes listed, and New Mexico has 431 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 87519 (Cerro, NM), which shares the same reference point.
| ZIP code | 87517 |
|---|---|
| City | Carson |
| County | Taos County |
| State | New Mexico (NM) |
| Latitude | 36.5045 |
| Longitude | -105.6292 |
| DMS | 36°30'16.2"N 105°37'45.1"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 87519 (Cerro, same location) |
Map of ZIP Code 87517
Map centered on 36.5045, -105.6292. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
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ZIP Codes Near 87517
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 87517, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 87517, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Cerro, NM (same reference point), Trampas, NM (same reference point) and Tres Piedras, NM (same reference point). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Cerro, NM – same reference point
- Trampas, NM – same reference point
- Tres Piedras, NM – same reference point
- Taos Ski Valley, NM – 3.5 mi northeast
- Arroyo Seco, NM – 5.4 mi east
- Valdez, NM – 5.7 mi northeast
- Arroyo Hondo, NM – 6.1 mi northwest
- San Cristobal, NM – 7.4 mi north
- Taos, NM – 7.9 mi south
- El Prado, NM – 11 mi south
Schools Near Carson, NM
If you are moving to ZIP code 87517, check the school district serving Carson and Taos County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Cerro and Trampas can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 87517.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
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Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Carson, NM can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 87517 may also use facilities in nearby Cerro, Trampas and Tres Piedras.
Shopping and Dining in Carson
For places to eat and shop near Carson, NM, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 87517.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Carson, New Mexico can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 87517.
To research local history, try searching for Taos County records and archives along with the name Carson.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 87517, Cerro shares the same reference point, Trampas shares the same reference point, Tres Piedras shares the same reference point, Taos Ski Valley lies about 3.5 mi to the northeast and Arroyo Seco lies about 5.4 mi to the east. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Carson show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 87517
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“1982-06-06 Taos Pueblo NM 41-ps”): Rainer Halama, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“1982-06-06 Taos Pueblo NM 43-ps”): Rainer Halama, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Taos Pueblo 074”): Elisa.rolle, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 4 (“1982-06-06 Taos Pueblo NM 42-ps”): Rainer Halama, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 5 (“1982-06-06 Taos Pueblo NM 46-ps”): Rainer Halama, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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Data for ZIP code 87517 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.