ZIP Code 08204: Cape May, New Jersey
ZIP code 08204 covers part or all of Cape May in Cape May County, New Jersey. Its reference point is at latitude 38.9711 and longitude -74.9214 (38°58'16.0"N 74°55'17.0"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 08204
08204 is the only ZIP code listed for Cape May, NJ in our directory.
Across Cape May County there are 21 ZIP codes listed, and New Jersey has 753 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 08212 in Cape May Point, NJ, about 3.3 mi to the southwest.
| ZIP code | 08204 |
|---|---|
| City | Cape May |
| County | Cape May County |
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| Latitude | 38.9711 |
| Longitude | -74.9214 |
| DMS | 38°58'16.0"N 74°55'17.0"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 08212 (Cape May Point, 3.3 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 08204
Map centered on 38.9711, -74.9214. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Cape May, NJ
ZIP Codes Near 08204
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 08204, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 08204, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Cape May Point, NJ (3.3 mi southwest), Villas, NJ (3.6 mi north) and Rio Grande, NJ (4.2 mi northeast). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Cape May Point, NJ – 3.3 mi southwest
- Villas, NJ – 3.6 mi north
- Rio Grande, NJ – 4.2 mi northeast
- Wildwood, NJ – 4.8 mi east
- Whitesboro, NJ – 5.9 mi northeast
- Dennisville, NJ – 8.2 mi northeast
- Goshen, NJ – 8.2 mi northeast
- Green Creek, NJ – 8.2 mi northeast
- South Seaville, NJ – 8.2 mi northeast
- Tuckahoe, NJ – 8.2 mi northeast
Schools Near Cape May, NJ
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 08204 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Cape May and Cape May County.
Searching nearby communities such as Cape May Point and Villas can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 08204.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Cape May, NJ are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 08204.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Cape May, NJ can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 08204 may also use facilities in nearby Cape May Point, Villas and Rio Grande.
Shopping and Dining in Cape May
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 08204 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Cape May, New Jersey can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 08204.
To research local history, try searching for Cape May County records and archives along with the name Cape May.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 08204, Cape May Point lies about 3.3 mi to the southwest, Villas lies about 3.6 mi to the north, Rio Grande lies about 4.2 mi to the northeast, Wildwood lies about 4.8 mi to the east and Whitesboro lies about 5.9 mi to the northeast. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Cape May show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 08204
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Richard Wickes Memorial”): Zeete, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Richard Wickes Gravestone”): Zeete, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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Data for ZIP code 08204 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.