ZIP Code 02720: Fall River, Massachusetts
ZIP code 02720 covers part or all of Fall River in Bristol County, Massachusetts. Its reference point is at latitude 41.7182 and longitude -71.14 (41°43'05.5"N 71°08'24.0"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 02720
Fall River, MA has 5 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 02720, they include 02721, 02722, 02723, 02724.
Across Bristol County there are 45 ZIP codes listed, and Massachusetts has 761 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 02723 in Fall River, MA, about 1.8 mi to the south.
| ZIP code | 02720 |
|---|---|
| City | Fall River |
| County | Bristol County |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| Latitude | 41.7182 |
| Longitude | -71.14 |
| DMS | 41°43'05.5"N 71°08'24.0"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 02723 (Fall River, 1.8 mi) |
All ZIP codes in Fall River, MA · All Massachusetts ZIP codes
Map of ZIP Code 02720
Map centered on 41.7182, -71.14. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Fall River, MA
Video: Fall River, MA
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ZIP Codes Near 02720
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 02720, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 02720, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Somerset, MA (2.0 mi west), Swansea, MA (4.2 mi northwest) and Chartley, MA (4.6 mi northeast). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Somerset, MA – 2.0 mi west
- Swansea, MA – 4.2 mi northwest
- Chartley, MA – 4.6 mi northeast
- Dartmouth, MA – 4.6 mi northeast
- New Bedford, MA – 4.6 mi northeast
- North Attleboro, MA – 4.6 mi northeast
- Raynham Center, MA – 4.6 mi northeast
- Taunton, MA – 4.6 mi northeast
- Tiverton, RI – 6.2 mi south
- Dighton, MA – 6.5 mi north
Schools Near Fall River, MA
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 02720 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Fall River and Bristol County.
Searching nearby communities such as Somerset and Swansea can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 02720.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Fall River, MA are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 02720.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Fall River, MA can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 02720 may also use facilities in nearby Somerset, Swansea and Chartley.
Shopping and Dining in Fall River
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 02720 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Fall River, Massachusetts can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 02720.
To research local history, try searching for Bristol County records and archives along with the name Fall River.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 02720, Somerset lies about 2.0 mi to the west, Swansea lies about 4.2 mi to the northwest, Chartley lies about 4.6 mi to the northeast, Dartmouth lies about 4.6 mi to the northeast and New Bedford lies about 4.6 mi to the northeast. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Fall River show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 02720
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Bridge deck for platform track at Fall River Depot, 2022”): Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Fall River station under construction, September 2022”): Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Driving Through the Portuguese Heart of Massachusetts - Fall River, MA Driving Tour - New England” by Northeast US Walks and Drives, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
Photos are shown from their original source under the licenses listed. They were taken near this ZIP code's reference point and may show neighboring areas.
Data for ZIP code 02720 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.