ZIP Code 07079: South Orange, New Jersey
ZIP code 07079 covers part or all of South Orange in Essex County, New Jersey. Its reference point is at latitude 40.7465 and longitude -74.2575 (40°44'47.4"N 74°15'27.0"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 07079
07079 is the only ZIP code listed for South Orange, NJ in our directory.
Across Essex County there are 48 ZIP codes listed, and New Jersey has 753 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 07106 in Newark, NJ, about 1.3 mi to the east.
| ZIP code | 07079 |
|---|---|
| City | South Orange |
| County | Essex County |
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| Latitude | 40.7465 |
| Longitude | -74.2575 |
| DMS | 40°44'47.4"N 74°15'27.0"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 07106 (Newark, 1.3 mi) |
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Map of ZIP Code 07079
Map centered on 40.7465, -74.2575. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
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ZIP Codes Near 07079
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 07079, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 07079, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Newark, NJ (1.3 mi east), Maplewood, NJ (1.4 mi south) and Orange, NJ (1.9 mi northeast). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Newark, NJ – 1.3 mi east
- Maplewood, NJ – 1.4 mi south
- Orange, NJ – 1.9 mi northeast
- Irvington, NJ – 2.0 mi southeast
- East Orange, NJ – 2.1 mi east
- Vauxhall, NJ – 2.4 mi southwest
- West Orange, NJ – 2.7 mi north
- Millburn, NJ – 2.8 mi southwest
- Caldwell, NJ – 3.2 mi north
Schools Near South Orange, NJ
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 07079 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves South Orange and Essex County.
Searching nearby communities such as Newark and Maplewood can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 07079.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around South Orange, NJ are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 07079.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving South Orange, NJ can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 07079 may also use facilities in nearby Newark, Maplewood and Orange.
Shopping and Dining in South Orange
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 07079 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near South Orange, New Jersey can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 07079.
To research local history, try searching for Essex County records and archives along with the name South Orange.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 07079, Newark lies about 1.3 mi to the east, Maplewood lies about 1.4 mi to the south, Orange lies about 1.9 mi to the northeast, Irvington lies about 2.0 mi to the southeast and East Orange lies about 2.1 mi to the east. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near South Orange show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 07079
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“South Orange Station and Fire”): Jared Kofsky, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“South Orange Fire Station”): Jared Kofsky, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Station in the Snow”): Jared Kofsky, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 4 (“Up the Steps”): Jared Kofsky, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 5 (“Light at the End of the Tunnel”): Jared Kofsky, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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Data for ZIP code 07079 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.