ZIP Code 06161: Hartford, Connecticut
Hartford, CT uses ZIP code 06161, which falls within Hartford County, Connecticut. Its reference point is at latitude 41.766 and longitude -72.6718 (41°45'57.6"N 72°40'18.5"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 06161
Hartford, CT has 36 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 06161, they include 06101, 06102, 06103, 06104, 06105, 06106, 06112, 06114 and 27 more.
Across Hartford County there are 108 ZIP codes listed, and Connecticut has 446 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 06183 in Hartford, CT, about 0.2 mi to the south.
| ZIP code | 06161 |
|---|---|
| City | Hartford |
| County | Hartford County |
| State | Connecticut (CT) |
| Latitude | 41.766 |
| Longitude | -72.6718 |
| DMS | 41°45'57.6"N 72°40'18.5"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 06183 (Hartford, 0.2 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 06161
Map centered on 41.766, -72.6718. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
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ZIP Codes Near 06161
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 06161, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 06161, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are W Hartford, CT (2.8 mi west) and East Hartford, CT (2.9 mi east). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- W Hartford, CT – 2.8 mi west
- East Hartford, CT – 2.9 mi east
Schools Near Hartford, CT
If you are moving to ZIP code 06161, check the school district serving Hartford and Hartford County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
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Parks and Outdoor Recreation
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Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Hartford, CT can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 06161 may also use facilities in nearby W Hartford and East Hartford.
Shopping and Dining in Hartford
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Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Hartford, Connecticut can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 06161.
To research local history, try searching for Hartford County records and archives along with the name Hartford.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 06161, W Hartford lies about 2.8 mi to the west and East Hartford lies about 2.9 mi to the east. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Hartford show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 06161
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“The Old Statte House”): Davusan, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Susan Bysiewicz Addresses Peace Rally (424656512)”): Aldon Hynes from Woodbridge, CT, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Top 10 Best Things to do in Hartford, Connecticut - Travel Guide 2025” by Travel Insights, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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