ZIP Code 06242: Eastford, Connecticut
ZIP code 06242 covers part or all of Eastford in Windham County, Connecticut. Its reference point is at latitude 41.8771 and longitude -72.0895 (41°52'37.6"N 72°05'22.2"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 06242
06242 is the only ZIP code listed for Eastford, CT in our directory.
Across Windham County there are 35 ZIP codes listed, and Connecticut has 446 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 06282 in Woodstock Valley, CT, about 2.6 mi to the north.
| ZIP code | 06242 |
|---|---|
| City | Eastford |
| County | Windham County |
| State | Connecticut (CT) |
| Latitude | 41.8771 |
| Longitude | -72.0895 |
| DMS | 41°52'37.6"N 72°05'22.2"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 06282 (Woodstock Valley, 2.6 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 06242
Map centered on 41.8771, -72.0895. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Eastford, CT
ZIP Codes Near 06242
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 06242, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 06242, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Woodstock Valley, CT (2.6 mi north), Ashford, CT (3.1 mi west) and Abington, CT (3.9 mi southeast). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Woodstock Valley, CT – 2.6 mi north
- Ashford, CT – 3.1 mi west
- Abington, CT – 3.9 mi southeast
- Ballouville, CT – 4.8 mi southeast
- Pomfret Center, CT – 5.6 mi east
- Chaplin, CT – 5.7 mi southwest
- Pomfret, CT – 6.3 mi east
- Woodstock, CT – 7.2 mi northeast
- Hampton, CT – 7.7 mi south
- South Woodstock, CT – 8.7 mi northeast
Schools Near Eastford, CT
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 06242 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Eastford and Windham County.
Searching nearby communities such as Woodstock Valley and Ashford can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 06242.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Eastford, CT are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 06242.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Eastford, CT can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 06242 may also use facilities in nearby Woodstock Valley, Ashford and Abington.
Shopping and Dining in Eastford
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 06242 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Eastford, Connecticut can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 06242.
To research local history, try searching for Windham County records and archives along with the name Eastford.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 06242, Woodstock Valley lies about 2.6 mi to the north, Ashford lies about 3.1 mi to the west, Abington lies about 3.9 mi to the southeast, Ballouville lies about 4.8 mi to the southeast and Pomfret Center lies about 5.6 mi to the east. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Eastford show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 06242
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“EastfordCT PhoenixvilleMeetingHouse”): Magicpiano, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“EastfordCT BenjaminBosworthHouse”): Magicpiano, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“AshfordCT AshfordAcademy1”): Magicpiano, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 4 (“EastfordCT SumnerCarpenterHouse”): Magicpiano, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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Data for ZIP code 06242 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.