ZIP Code 12983: Saranac Lake, New York
ZIP code 12983 is assigned to Saranac Lake, New York, and lies within Franklin County. Its reference point is at latitude 44.3243 and longitude -74.133 (44°19'27.5"N 74°07'58.8"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 12983
12983 is the only ZIP code listed for Saranac Lake, NY in our directory.
Across Franklin County there are 22 ZIP codes listed, and New York has 2,307 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 12977 in Ray Brook, NY, about 4.0 mi to the southeast.
| ZIP code | 12983 |
|---|---|
| City | Saranac Lake |
| County | Franklin County |
| State | New York (NY) |
| Latitude | 44.3243 |
| Longitude | -74.133 |
| DMS | 44°19'27.5"N 74°07'58.8"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 12977 (Ray Brook, 4.0 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 12983
Map centered on 44.3243, -74.133. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Saranac Lake, NY
ZIP Codes Near 12983
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 12983, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 12983, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Ray Brook, NY (4.0 mi southeast), Lake Clear, NY (5.3 mi west) and Bloomingdale, NY (5.7 mi northeast). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Ray Brook, NY – 4.0 mi southeast
- Lake Clear, NY – 5.3 mi west
- Bloomingdale, NY – 5.7 mi northeast
- Onchiota, NY – 9.4 mi north
- Lake Placid, NY – 9.9 mi southeast
- Vermontville, NY – 10 mi north
- Paul Smiths, NY – 11 mi northwest
- Wilmington, NY – 15 mi east
- Upper Jay, NY – 16 mi east
- Keene, NY – 18 mi east
Schools Near Saranac Lake, NY
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 12983 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Saranac Lake and Franklin County.
Searching nearby communities such as Ray Brook and Lake Clear can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 12983.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Saranac Lake, NY are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 12983.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Saranac Lake, NY can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 12983 may also use facilities in nearby Ray Brook, Lake Clear and Bloomingdale.
Shopping and Dining in Saranac Lake
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 12983 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Saranac Lake, New York can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 12983.
To research local history, try searching for Franklin County records and archives along with the name Saranac Lake.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 12983, Ray Brook lies about 4.0 mi to the southeast, Lake Clear lies about 5.3 mi to the west, Bloomingdale lies about 5.7 mi to the northeast, Onchiota lies about 9.4 mi to the north and Lake Placid lies about 9.9 mi to the southeast. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Saranac Lake show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 12983
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“2011-08-11 Chromosera cyanophylla (Fr.) Redhead, Ammirati & Norvell 176418”): This image was created by user walt sturgeon (Mycowalt) at Mushroom Observer, a source for mycological images.You can c…, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Sunset over Lake Colby - panoramio”): Patrick DeYear, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Cure Cottage at 43 Forest Hill Avenue in Saranac Lake New York”): Mwanner, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 4 (“Saranac Lake - Harrietstown Hall”): Mwanner at en.wikipedia, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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Data for ZIP code 12983 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.