ZIP Code 05261: Pownal, Vermont
Pownal, VT uses ZIP code 05261, which falls within Bennington County, Vermont. Its reference point is at latitude 42.788 and longitude -73.2162 (42°47'16.8"N 73°12'58.3"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 05261
05261 is the only ZIP code listed for Pownal, VT in our directory.
Across Bennington County there are 17 ZIP codes listed, and Vermont has 310 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 05260 in North Pownal, VT, about 2.4 mi to the northwest.
| ZIP code | 05261 |
|---|---|
| City | Pownal |
| County | Bennington County |
| State | Vermont (VT) |
| Latitude | 42.788 |
| Longitude | -73.2162 |
| DMS | 42°47'16.8"N 73°12'58.3"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 05260 (North Pownal, 2.4 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 05261
Map centered on 42.788, -73.2162. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Pownal, VT
ZIP Codes Near 05261
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 05261, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 05261, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are North Pownal, VT (2.4 mi northwest), Williamstown, MA (5.5 mi south) and Bennington, VT (6.7 mi north). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- North Pownal, VT – 2.4 mi northwest
- Williamstown, MA – 5.5 mi south
- Bennington, VT – 6.7 mi north
- Hoosick, NY – 7.5 mi northwest
- Readsboro, VT – 7.5 mi east
- North Adams, MA – 9.4 mi southeast
- Hoosick Falls, NY – 10 mi northwest
- Berlin, NY – 10 mi southwest
- Petersburg, NY – 11 mi southwest
- North Hoosick, NY – 12 mi northwest
Schools Near Pownal, VT
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 05261 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Pownal and Bennington County.
Searching nearby communities such as North Pownal and Williamstown can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 05261.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Pownal, VT are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 05261.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Pownal, VT can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 05261 may also use facilities in nearby North Pownal, Williamstown and Bennington.
Shopping and Dining in Pownal
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 05261 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Pownal, Vermont can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 05261.
To research local history, try searching for Bennington County records and archives along with the name Pownal.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 05261, North Pownal lies about 2.4 mi to the northwest, Williamstown lies about 5.5 mi to the south, Bennington lies about 6.7 mi to the north, Hoosick lies about 7.5 mi to the northwest and Readsboro lies about 7.5 mi to the east. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Pownal show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 05261
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“BenningtonVT Hatchery5”): Magicpiano, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Postcard of streetcars at F.A. Boyer's store at the 'Y' in Williamstown”): Unknown authorUnknown author, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Williamstown station postcard (2)”): Unknown authorUnknown author, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.
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Data for ZIP code 05261 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.