ZIP Code 02862: Pawtucket, Rhode Island
ZIP code 02862 is assigned to Pawtucket, Rhode Island, and lies within Providence County. Its reference point is at latitude 41.8612 and longitude -71.3691 (41°51'40.3"N 71°22'08.8"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 02862
Pawtucket, RI has 3 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 02862, they include 02860, 02861.
Across Providence County there are 46 ZIP codes listed, and Rhode Island has 91 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 02860 in Pawtucket, RI, about 1.4 mi to the northwest.
| ZIP code | 02862 |
|---|---|
| City | Pawtucket |
| County | Providence County |
| State | Rhode Island (RI) |
| Latitude | 41.8612 |
| Longitude | -71.3691 |
| DMS | 41°51'40.3"N 71°22'08.8"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 02860 (Pawtucket, 1.4 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 02862
Map centered on 41.8612, -71.3691. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Pawtucket, RI
Video: Pawtucket, RI
Pawtucket Rhode Island History and Cartography (1877) — by Bravura Media Company · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 02862
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 02862, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 02862, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Rumford, RI (1.5 mi southeast), Central Falls, RI (2.3 mi northwest) and Providence, RI (2.3 mi southwest). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Rumford, RI – 1.5 mi southeast
- Central Falls, RI – 2.3 mi northwest
- Providence, RI – 2.3 mi southwest
- Seekonk, MA – 2.9 mi southeast
- East Providence, RI – 3.3 mi south
- Lincoln, RI – 4.7 mi northwest
Schools Near Pawtucket, RI
If you are moving to ZIP code 02862, check the school district serving Pawtucket and Providence County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Rumford and Central Falls can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 02862.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Use the map above to explore green space around Pawtucket. Zoom out to look for larger parks and nature areas beyond the ZIP code 02862 area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Pawtucket, RI can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 02862 may also use facilities in nearby Rumford, Central Falls and Providence.
Shopping and Dining in Pawtucket
For places to eat and shop near Pawtucket, RI, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 02862.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Pawtucket, Rhode Island can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 02862.
To research local history, try searching for Providence County records and archives along with the name Pawtucket.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 02862, Rumford lies about 1.5 mi to the southeast, Central Falls lies about 2.3 mi to the northwest, Providence lies about 2.3 mi to the southwest, Seekonk lies about 2.9 mi to the southeast and East Providence lies about 3.3 mi to the south. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Pawtucket show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 02862
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“PawtucketRI ProspectHeights 2”): Magicpiano, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“PawtucketRI ProspectHeights Office”): Magicpiano, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“PawtucketRI RiversideCemetery 1”): Magicpiano, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 4 (“PawtucketRI RiversideCemetery Gatehouse”): Magicpiano, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 5 (“PawtucketRI RiversideCemetery Gate”): Magicpiano, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Pawtucket Rhode Island History and Cartography (1877)” by Bravura Media Company, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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Data for ZIP code 02862 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.