ZIP Code 12946: Lake Placid, New York
ZIP code 12946 is assigned to Lake Placid, New York, and lies within Essex County. Its reference point is at latitude 44.229 and longitude -73.9841 (44°13'44.4"N 73°59'02.8"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 12946
12946 is the only ZIP code listed for Lake Placid, NY in our directory.
Across Essex County there are 31 ZIP codes listed, and New York has 2,307 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 12977 in Ray Brook, NY, about 5.9 mi to the northwest.
| ZIP code | 12946 |
|---|---|
| City | Lake Placid |
| County | Essex County |
| State | New York (NY) |
| Latitude | 44.229 |
| Longitude | -73.9841 |
| DMS | 44°13'44.4"N 73°59'02.8"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 12977 (Ray Brook, 5.9 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 12946
Map centered on 44.229, -73.9841. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
ZIP Codes Near 12946
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 12946, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 12946, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Ray Brook, NY (5.9 mi northwest), Keene, NY (9.7 mi east) and Saranac Lake, NY (9.9 mi northwest). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Ray Brook, NY – 5.9 mi northwest
- Keene, NY – 9.7 mi east
- Saranac Lake, NY – 9.9 mi northwest
- Severance, NY – 10 mi southeast
- Newcomb, NY – 10 mi southeast
- Keene Valley, NY – 11 mi east
- Upper Jay, NY – 11 mi northeast
- Wilmington, NY – 12 mi northeast
- Bloomingdale, NY – 13 mi northwest
- Lake Clear, NY – 15 mi northwest
Schools Near Lake Placid, NY
If you are moving to ZIP code 12946, check the school district serving Lake Placid and Essex County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Ray Brook and Keene can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 12946.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Use the map above to explore green space around Lake Placid. Zoom out to look for larger parks and nature areas beyond the ZIP code 12946 area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Lake Placid, NY can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 12946 may also use facilities in nearby Ray Brook, Keene and Saranac Lake.
Shopping and Dining in Lake Placid
For places to eat and shop near Lake Placid, NY, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 12946.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Lake Placid, New York can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 12946.
To research local history, try searching for Essex County records and archives along with the name Lake Placid.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 12946, Ray Brook lies about 5.9 mi to the northwest, Keene lies about 9.7 mi to the east, Saranac Lake lies about 9.9 mi to the northwest, Severance lies about 10 mi to the southeast and Newcomb lies about 10 mi to the southeast. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Lake Placid show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 12946
Data for ZIP code 12946 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.