ZIP Code 06878: Riverside, Connecticut
Riverside, CT uses ZIP code 06878, which falls within Fairfield County, Connecticut. Its reference point is at latitude 41.038 and longitude -73.5811 (41°02'16.8"N 73°34'52.0"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 06878
06878 is the only ZIP code listed for Riverside, CT in our directory.
Across Fairfield County there are 93 ZIP codes listed, and Connecticut has 446 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 06876 in Redding Ridge, CT, about 0.4 mi to the south.
| ZIP code | 06878 |
|---|---|
| City | Riverside |
| County | Fairfield County |
| State | Connecticut (CT) |
| Latitude | 41.038 |
| Longitude | -73.5811 |
| DMS | 41°02'16.8"N 73°34'52.0"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 06876 (Redding Ridge, 0.4 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 06878
Map centered on 41.038, -73.5811. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
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ZIP Codes Near 06878
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 06878, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 06878, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Redding Ridge, CT (0.4 mi south), Old Greenwich, CT (0.7 mi east) and Stamford, CT (1.1 mi east). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Redding Ridge, CT – 0.4 mi south
- Old Greenwich, CT – 0.7 mi east
- Stamford, CT – 1.1 mi east
- Cos Cob, CT – 1.2 mi northwest
- Greenwich, CT – 2.4 mi west
- Port Chester, NY – 5.3 mi west
Schools Near Riverside, CT
If you are moving to ZIP code 06878, check the school district serving Riverside and Fairfield County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Redding Ridge and Old Greenwich can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 06878.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
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Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Riverside, CT can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 06878 may also use facilities in nearby Redding Ridge, Old Greenwich and Stamford.
Shopping and Dining in Riverside
For places to eat and shop near Riverside, CT, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 06878.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Riverside, Connecticut can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 06878.
To research local history, try searching for Fairfield County records and archives along with the name Riverside.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 06878, Redding Ridge lies about 0.4 mi to the south, Old Greenwich lies about 0.7 mi to the east, Stamford lies about 1.1 mi to the east, Cos Cob lies about 1.2 mi to the northwest and Greenwich lies about 2.4 mi to the west. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Riverside show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 06878
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“GreenwichCT SamuelFerrisHouse”): Magicpiano, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“GreenwichCT RiverRoad 1”): Magicpiano, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“GreenwichCT MeadAvenue 2”): Magicpiano, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 4 (“GreenwichCT StricklandRoad 2”): Magicpiano, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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