ZIP Code 16601: Altoona, Pennsylvania
ZIP code 16601 covers part or all of Altoona in Blair County, Pennsylvania. Its reference point is at latitude 40.5209 and longitude -78.4089 (40°31'15.2"N 78°24'32.0"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 16601
Altoona, PA has 3 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 16601, they include 16602, 16603.
Across Blair County there are 16 ZIP codes listed, and Pennsylvania has 2,250 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 16603 in Altoona, PA, about 1.3 mi to the south.
| ZIP code | 16601 |
|---|---|
| City | Altoona |
| County | Blair County |
| State | Pennsylvania (PA) |
| Latitude | 40.5209 |
| Longitude | -78.4089 |
| DMS | 40°31'15.2"N 78°24'32.0"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 16603 (Altoona, 1.3 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 16601
Map centered on 40.5209, -78.4089. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Video: Altoona, PA
Downtown Altoona, Pennsylvania 4k Drone Video. Railroad City from a bird's eye view. — by High Guys Video · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 16601
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 16601, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 16601, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Curryville, PA (2.9 mi southeast), Hollidaysburg, PA (6.1 mi south) and Coupon, PA (6.2 mi west). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Curryville, PA – 2.9 mi southeast
- Hollidaysburg, PA – 6.1 mi south
- Coupon, PA – 6.2 mi west
- Duncansville, PA – 6.7 mi south
- Bellwood, PA – 6.9 mi northeast
- Ashville, PA – 6.9 mi west
- Dysart, PA – 8.7 mi northwest
- Gallitzin, PA – 8.8 mi west
- Newry, PA – 9.6 mi south
- Tipton, PA – 9.7 mi northeast
Schools Near Altoona, PA
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 16601 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Altoona and Blair County.
Searching nearby communities such as Curryville and Hollidaysburg can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 16601.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Altoona, PA are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 16601.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Altoona, PA can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 16601 may also use facilities in nearby Curryville, Hollidaysburg and Coupon.
Shopping and Dining in Altoona
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 16601 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Altoona, Pennsylvania can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 16601.
To research local history, try searching for Blair County records and archives along with the name Altoona.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 16601, Curryville lies about 2.9 mi to the southeast, Hollidaysburg lies about 6.1 mi to the south, Coupon lies about 6.2 mi to the west, Duncansville lies about 6.7 mi to the south and Bellwood lies about 6.9 mi to the northeast. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Altoona show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 16601
Photo & Video Credits
- Video: “Downtown Altoona, Pennsylvania 4k Drone Video. Railroad City from a bird's eye view.” by High Guys Video, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
Data for ZIP code 16601 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.