ZIP Code 01003: Amherst, Massachusetts
Amherst, MA uses ZIP code 01003, which falls within Hampshire County, Massachusetts. Its reference point is at latitude 42.3919 and longitude -72.5248 (42°23'30.8"N 72°31'29.3"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 01003
Amherst, MA has 3 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 01003, they include 01002, 01004.
Across Hampshire County there are 29 ZIP codes listed, and Massachusetts has 761 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 01004 in Amherst, MA, about 0.8 mi to the southeast.
| ZIP code | 01003 |
|---|---|
| City | Amherst |
| County | Hampshire County |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| Latitude | 42.3919 |
| Longitude | -72.5248 |
| DMS | 42°23'30.8"N 72°31'29.3"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 01004 (Amherst, 0.8 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 01003
Map centered on 42.3919, -72.5248. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Amherst, MA
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ZIP Codes Near 01003
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 01003, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 01003, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Hadley, MA (3.2 mi southwest), Hatfield, MA (4.7 mi west) and Sunderland, MA (4.8 mi northwest). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Hadley, MA – 3.2 mi southwest
- Hatfield, MA – 4.7 mi west
- Sunderland, MA – 4.8 mi northwest
- Leverett, MA – 5.4 mi north
- North Hatfield, MA – 5.7 mi west
- North Amherst, MA – 5.9 mi west
- Northampton, MA – 5.9 mi west
- West Hatfield, MA – 6.2 mi west
- South Deerfield, MA – 7.4 mi northwest
- Whately, MA – 7.4 mi northwest
Schools Near Amherst, MA
If you are moving to ZIP code 01003, check the school district serving Amherst and Hampshire County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Hadley and Hatfield can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 01003.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Use the map above to explore green space around Amherst. Zoom out to look for larger parks and nature areas beyond the ZIP code 01003 area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Amherst, MA can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 01003 may also use facilities in nearby Hadley, Hatfield and Sunderland.
Shopping and Dining in Amherst
For places to eat and shop near Amherst, MA, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 01003.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Amherst, Massachusetts can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 01003.
To research local history, try searching for Hampshire County records and archives along with the name Amherst.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 01003, Hadley lies about 3.2 mi to the southwest, Hatfield lies about 4.7 mi to the west, Sunderland lies about 4.8 mi to the northwest, Leverett lies about 5.4 mi to the north and North Hatfield lies about 5.7 mi to the west. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Amherst show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 01003
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Pioneer Valley Transit Authority University of Massachusetts Transit New Flyer Xcelsior articulated bus”): AEMoreira042281, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Cornel happens to love pizza”): DCist, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Citroën "Le Petit Prince" the end”): Josh Graciano, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Top 10. Tourist Attractions in Amherst, Massachusetts” by UltramodernHome, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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Data for ZIP code 01003 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.