ZIP Code 94306: Palo Alto, California
ZIP code 94306 covers part or all of Palo Alto in Santa Clara County, California. Its reference point is at latitude 37.418 and longitude -122.1274 (37°25'04.8"N 122°07'38.6"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 94306
Palo Alto, CA has 9 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 94306, they include 94301, 94302, 94303, 94304, 94307, 94308, 94309, 94310.
Across Santa Clara County there are 114 ZIP codes listed, and California has 2,792 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 94305 in Stanford, CA, about 1.9 mi to the west.
| ZIP code | 94306 |
|---|---|
| City | Palo Alto |
| County | Santa Clara County |
| State | California (CA) |
| Latitude | 37.418 |
| Longitude | -122.1274 |
| DMS | 37°25'04.8"N 122°07'38.6"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 94305 (Stanford, 1.9 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 94306
Map centered on 37.418, -122.1274. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
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ZIP Codes Near 94306
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 94306, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 94306, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Stanford, CA (1.9 mi west), Los Altos, CA (2.5 mi south) and Mountain View, CA (2.9 mi east). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Stanford, CA – 1.9 mi west
- Los Altos, CA – 2.5 mi south
- Mountain View, CA – 2.9 mi east
- Menlo Park, CA – 3.6 mi northwest
- Atherton, CA – 4.8 mi northwest
- Portola Valley, CA – 6.0 mi southwest
- Sunnyvale, CA – 6.0 mi east
- Redwood City, CA – 6.3 mi northwest
Schools Near Palo Alto, CA
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 94306 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Palo Alto and Santa Clara County.
Searching nearby communities such as Stanford and Los Altos can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 94306.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Palo Alto, CA are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 94306.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Palo Alto, CA can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 94306 may also use facilities in nearby Stanford, Los Altos and Mountain View.
Shopping and Dining in Palo Alto
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 94306 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Palo Alto, California can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 94306.
To research local history, try searching for Santa Clara County records and archives along with the name Palo Alto.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 94306, Stanford lies about 1.9 mi to the west, Los Altos lies about 2.5 mi to the south, Mountain View lies about 2.9 mi to the east, Menlo Park lies about 3.6 mi to the northwest and Atherton lies about 4.8 mi to the northwest. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Palo Alto show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 94306
Photo & Video Credits
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- Video: “9 Best Things to Do in Palo Alto, California - Travel Guide” by ViaTravelers, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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