ZIP Code 17801: Sunbury, Pennsylvania
Sunbury, PA uses ZIP code 17801, which falls within Northumberland County, Pennsylvania. Its reference point is at latitude 40.8551 and longitude -76.7776 (40°51'18.4"N 76°46'39.4"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 17801
17801 is the only ZIP code listed for Sunbury, PA in our directory.
Across Northumberland County there are 27 ZIP codes listed, and Pennsylvania has 2,250 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 17876 in Shamokin Dam, PA, about 2.4 mi to the west.
| ZIP code | 17801 |
|---|---|
| City | Sunbury |
| County | Northumberland County |
| State | Pennsylvania (PA) |
| Latitude | 40.8551 |
| Longitude | -76.7776 |
| DMS | 40°51'18.4"N 76°46'39.4"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 17876 (Shamokin Dam, 2.4 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 17801
Map centered on 40.8551, -76.7776. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Sunbury, PA
ZIP Codes Near 17801
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 17801, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 17801, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Shamokin Dam, PA (2.4 mi west), Hummels Wharf, PA (3.3 mi southwest) and Northumberland, PA (3.5 mi north). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Shamokin Dam, PA – 2.4 mi west
- Hummels Wharf, PA – 3.3 mi southwest
- Northumberland, PA – 3.5 mi north
- Selinsgrove, PA – 5.2 mi southwest
- Winfield, PA – 5.5 mi northwest
- Snydertown, PA – 6.0 mi east
- Excelsior, PA – 6.4 mi east
- Gowen City, PA – 6.4 mi east
- Potts Grove, PA – 6.4 mi east
- Dornsife, PA – 6.8 mi south
Schools Near Sunbury, PA
If you are moving to ZIP code 17801, check the school district serving Sunbury and Northumberland County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Shamokin Dam and Hummels Wharf can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 17801.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
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Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Sunbury, PA can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 17801 may also use facilities in nearby Shamokin Dam, Hummels Wharf and Northumberland.
Shopping and Dining in Sunbury
For places to eat and shop near Sunbury, PA, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 17801.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Sunbury, Pennsylvania can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 17801.
To research local history, try searching for Northumberland County records and archives along with the name Sunbury.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 17801, Shamokin Dam lies about 2.4 mi to the west, Hummels Wharf lies about 3.3 mi to the southwest, Northumberland lies about 3.5 mi to the north, Selinsgrove lies about 5.2 mi to the southwest and Winfield lies about 5.5 mi to the northwest. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Sunbury show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 17801
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Northumberland County Courthouse Oct 09”): Doug Kerr from Albany, NY, United States, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Pennsylvania State Route 61 (4168375988)”): Doug Kerr from Albany, NY, United States, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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