ZIP Code 96101: Alturas, California
Alturas, CA uses ZIP code 96101, which falls within Modoc County, California. Its reference point is at latitude 41.4767 and longitude -120.5456 (41°28'36.1"N 120°32'44.2"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 96101
96101 is the only ZIP code listed for Alturas, CA in our directory.
Across Modoc County there are 10 ZIP codes listed, and California has 2,792 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 96108 in Davis Creek, CA, about 12 mi to the northwest.
| ZIP code | 96101 |
|---|---|
| City | Alturas |
| County | Modoc County |
| State | California (CA) |
| Latitude | 41.4767 |
| Longitude | -120.5456 |
| DMS | 41°28'36.1"N 120°32'44.2"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 96108 (Davis Creek, 12 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 96101
Map centered on 41.4767, -120.5456. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Alturas, CA
Video: Alturas, CA
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ZIP Codes Near 96101
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 96101, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 96101, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Davis Creek, CA (12 mi northwest), Eagleville, CA (12 mi northwest) and Likely, CA (17 mi south). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Davis Creek, CA – 12 mi northwest
- Eagleville, CA – 12 mi northwest
- Likely, CA – 17 mi south
- Canby, CA – 19 mi west
- Cedarville, CA – 20 mi east
- Lake City, CA – 23 mi northeast
- Adin, CA – 27 mi southwest
- Fort Bidwell, CA – 33 mi northeast
- Madeline, CA – 35 mi south
- Termo, CA – 37 mi south
Schools Near Alturas, CA
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 96101 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Alturas and Modoc County.
Searching nearby communities such as Davis Creek and Eagleville can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 96101.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Alturas, CA are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 96101.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Alturas, CA can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 96101 may also use facilities in nearby Davis Creek, Eagleville and Likely.
Shopping and Dining in Alturas
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 96101 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Alturas, California can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 96101.
To research local history, try searching for Modoc County records and archives along with the name Alturas.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 96101, Davis Creek lies about 12 mi to the northwest, Eagleville lies about 12 mi to the northwest, Likely lies about 17 mi to the south, Canby lies about 19 mi to the west and Cedarville lies about 20 mi to the east. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Alturas show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 96101
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Nevada-California-Oregon Railway Co. General Office Building”): Bruce Fingerhood from Springfield, Oregon, US, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Modoc County Courthouse, Alturas, California (218926125)”): Ken Lund from Reno, Nevada, USA, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Downtown Alturas, California (218935585)”): Ken Lund from Reno, Nevada, USA, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 4 (“Nevada-California-Oregon Railway Co. General Office Building (cropped)”): Bruce Fingerhood from Springfield, Oregon, US, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Alturas, California a forgotten high desert town shaped by... #Shorts #californiafactsdaily” by California Facts Daily, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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Data for ZIP code 96101 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.