ZIP Code 12879: Newcomb, New York
Newcomb, NY uses ZIP code 12879, which falls within Essex County, New York. Its reference point is at latitude 44.1457 and longitude -73.8152 (44°08'44.5"N 73°48'54.7"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 12879
Newcomb, NY has 2 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 12879, they include 12852.
Across Essex County there are 31 ZIP codes listed, and New York has 2,307 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 12872 (Severance, NY), which shares the same reference point.
| ZIP code | 12879 |
|---|---|
| City | Newcomb |
| County | Essex County |
| State | New York (NY) |
| Latitude | 44.1457 |
| Longitude | -73.8152 |
| DMS | 44°08'44.5"N 73°48'54.7"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 12872 (Severance, same location) |
Map of ZIP Code 12879
Map centered on 44.1457, -73.8152. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Newcomb, NY
Video: Newcomb, NY
Tahawus Iron Mines - Newcomb, NY - Adirondack Drone — by Adirondack Drone · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 12879
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 12879, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 12879, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Severance, NY (same reference point), Keene Valley, NY (4.4 mi northeast) and Keene, NY (7.7 mi north). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Severance, NY – same reference point
- Keene Valley, NY – 4.4 mi northeast
- Keene, NY – 7.7 mi north
- Lake Placid, NY – 10 mi northwest
- New Russia, NY – 10 mi east
- Elizabethtown, NY – 12 mi northeast
- North Hudson, NY – 12 mi southeast
- Upper Jay, NY – 12 mi north
- Witherbee, NY – 15 mi east
- Mineville, NY – 15 mi east
Schools Near Newcomb, NY
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 12879 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Newcomb and Essex County.
Searching nearby communities such as Severance and Keene Valley can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 12879.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Newcomb, NY are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 12879.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Newcomb, NY can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 12879 may also use facilities in nearby Severance, Keene Valley and Keene.
Shopping and Dining in Newcomb
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 12879 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Newcomb, New York can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 12879.
To research local history, try searching for Essex County records and archives along with the name Newcomb.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 12879, Severance shares the same reference point, Keene Valley lies about 4.4 mi to the northeast, Keene lies about 7.7 mi to the north, Lake Placid lies about 10 mi to the northwest and New Russia lies about 10 mi to the east. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Newcomb show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 12879
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Hiking on The Brothers - Big Slide, Adirondacks, NY · 12.27.2010 - panoramio”): matt.a, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Slide Brook - Adirondack High Peaks - 2011.08 - panoramio”): matt.a, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“View from Big Slide Mtn. Summit - Adirondack High Peaks - 2011.08 - panoramio”): matt.a, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 4 (“High Peaks view from The Brothers, Adirondacks, NY · 12.27.2010 - panoramio”): matt.a, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 5 (“High Peaks view from The Brothers at sunset, Adirondacks, NY · 12.27.2010 - panoramio”): matt.a, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Tahawus Iron Mines - Newcomb, NY - Adirondack Drone” by Adirondack Drone, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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Data for ZIP code 12879 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.