ZIP Code 12304: Schenectady, New York
ZIP code 12304 is assigned to Schenectady, New York, and lies within Schenectady County. Its reference point is at latitude 42.7841 and longitude -73.9094 (42°47'02.8"N 73°54'33.8"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 12304
Schenectady, NY has 11 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 12304, they include 12301, 12302, 12303, 12305, 12306, 12307, 12308, 12309 and 2 more.
Across Schenectady County there are 17 ZIP codes listed, and New York has 2,307 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 12303 in Schenectady, NY, about 1.8 mi to the west.
| ZIP code | 12304 |
|---|---|
| City | Schenectady |
| County | Schenectady County |
| State | New York (NY) |
| Latitude | 42.7841 |
| Longitude | -73.9094 |
| DMS | 42°47'02.8"N 73°54'33.8"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 12303 (Schenectady, 1.8 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 12304
Map centered on 42.7841, -73.9094. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Video: Schenectady, NY
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ZIP Codes Near 12304
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 12304, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 12304, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Alplaus, NY (5.1 mi north), Rexford, NY (5.1 mi northeast) and Guilderland, NY (6.0 mi south). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Alplaus, NY – 5.1 mi north
- Rexford, NY – 5.1 mi northeast
- Guilderland, NY – 6.0 mi south
- Guilderland Center, NY – 6.2 mi south
- Albany, NY – 6.3 mi southeast
- Altamont, NY – 7.7 mi southwest
- Clifton Park, NY – 7.8 mi northeast
Schools Near Schenectady, NY
If you are moving to ZIP code 12304, check the school district serving Schenectady and Schenectady County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Alplaus and Rexford can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 12304.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Use the map above to explore green space around Schenectady. Zoom out to look for larger parks and nature areas beyond the ZIP code 12304 area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Schenectady, NY can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 12304 may also use facilities in nearby Alplaus, Rexford and Guilderland.
Shopping and Dining in Schenectady
For places to eat and shop near Schenectady, NY, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 12304.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Schenectady, New York can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 12304.
To research local history, try searching for Schenectady County records and archives along with the name Schenectady.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 12304, Alplaus lies about 5.1 mi to the north, Rexford lies about 5.1 mi to the northeast, Guilderland lies about 6.0 mi to the south, Guilderland Center lies about 6.2 mi to the south and Albany lies about 6.3 mi to the southeast. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Schenectady show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 12304
Photo & Video Credits
- Video: “Driving Through Downtown Schenectady, New York - [4K Tour]” by Infinite Destinations, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
Data for ZIP code 12304 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.