ZIP Code 02740: New Bedford, Massachusetts
New Bedford, MA uses ZIP code 02740, which falls within Bristol County, Massachusetts. Its reference point is at latitude 41.6347 and longitude -70.9372 (41°38'04.9"N 70°56'13.9"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 02740
New Bedford, MA has 6 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 02740, they include 02741, 02742, 02744, 02745, 02746.
Across Bristol County there are 45 ZIP codes listed, and Massachusetts has 761 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 02742 in New Bedford, MA, about 1.4 mi to the southwest.
| ZIP code | 02740 |
|---|---|
| City | New Bedford |
| County | Bristol County |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| Latitude | 41.6347 |
| Longitude | -70.9372 |
| DMS | 41°38'04.9"N 70°56'13.9"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 02742 (New Bedford, 1.4 mi) |
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Map of ZIP Code 02740
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ZIP Codes Near 02740
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 02740, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 02740, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Fairhaven, MA (2.5 mi east), North Dartmouth, MA (3.0 mi west) and Acushnet, MA (4.7 mi north). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Fairhaven, MA – 2.5 mi east
- North Dartmouth, MA – 3.0 mi west
- Acushnet, MA – 4.7 mi north
- South Dartmouth, MA – 5.3 mi southwest
- Mattapoisett, MA – 6.5 mi east
- Westport, MA – 7.9 mi west
- East Freetown, MA – 9.0 mi north
- Rochester, MA – 9.6 mi northeast
- Marion, MA – 10 mi northeast
- Chartley, MA – 11 mi northwest
Schools Near New Bedford, MA
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 02740 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves New Bedford and Bristol County.
Searching nearby communities such as Fairhaven and North Dartmouth can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 02740.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around New Bedford, MA are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 02740.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving New Bedford, MA can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 02740 may also use facilities in nearby Fairhaven, North Dartmouth and Acushnet.
Shopping and Dining in New Bedford
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 02740 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near New Bedford, Massachusetts can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 02740.
To research local history, try searching for Bristol County records and archives along with the name New Bedford.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 02740, Fairhaven lies about 2.5 mi to the east, North Dartmouth lies about 3.0 mi to the west, Acushnet lies about 4.7 mi to the north, South Dartmouth lies about 5.3 mi to the southwest and Mattapoisett lies about 6.5 mi to the east. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near New Bedford show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 02740
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“New Bedford Historic Downtown William Street”): PenitentWhaler, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Greetings from New Bedford, Massachusetts - Large Letter Postcard (9428817974)”): Steve Shook from Moscow, Idaho, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Hanneke Cassel (cropped)”): Thom C from Merrimack Valley, United States, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 4 (“Sarah Lee Guthrie & Johnny Irion - 331505649”): Thom C, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Driving through Downtown New Bedford to Acushnet, MA - Driving Tour - New England” by Northeast US Walks and Drives, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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