ZIP Code 12008: Alplaus, New York
Alplaus, NY uses ZIP code 12008, which falls within Schenectady County, New York. Its reference point is at latitude 42.8573 and longitude -73.9002 (42°51'26.3"N 73°54'00.7"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 12008
12008 is the only ZIP code listed for Alplaus, NY in our directory.
Across Schenectady County there are 17 ZIP codes listed, and New York has 2,307 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 12148 in Rexford, NY, about 1.6 mi to the east.
| ZIP code | 12008 |
|---|---|
| City | Alplaus |
| County | Schenectady County |
| State | New York (NY) |
| Latitude | 42.8573 |
| Longitude | -73.9002 |
| DMS | 42°51'26.3"N 73°54'00.7"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 12148 (Rexford, 1.6 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 12008
Map centered on 42.8573, -73.9002. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Video: Alplaus, NY
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ZIP Codes Near 12008
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 12008, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 12008, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Rexford, NY (1.6 mi east), Schenectady, NY (2.9 mi south) and Ballston Lake, NY (4.8 mi northeast). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Rexford, NY – 1.6 mi east
- Schenectady, NY – 2.9 mi south
- Ballston Lake, NY – 4.8 mi northeast
- Burnt Hills, NY – 5.2 mi north
- Clifton Park, NY – 5.9 mi east
- Round Lake, NY – 7.4 mi northeast
- Rotterdam Junction, NY – 7.6 mi west
Schools Near Alplaus, NY
If you are moving to ZIP code 12008, check the school district serving Alplaus and Schenectady County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Rexford and Schenectady can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 12008.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
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Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Alplaus, NY can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 12008 may also use facilities in nearby Rexford, Schenectady and Ballston Lake.
Shopping and Dining in Alplaus
For places to eat and shop near Alplaus, NY, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 12008.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Alplaus, New York can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 12008.
To research local history, try searching for Schenectady County records and archives along with the name Alplaus.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 12008, Rexford lies about 1.6 mi to the east, Schenectady lies about 2.9 mi to the south, Ballston Lake lies about 4.8 mi to the northeast, Burnt Hills lies about 5.2 mi to the north and Clifton Park lies about 5.9 mi to the east. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Alplaus show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 12008
Photo & Video Credits
- Video: “Amtrak 100 leads the AAPRCO American Autumn Explorer past Alplaus NY!” by VIRTUFLIGHT, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
Data for ZIP code 12008 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.