ZIP Code 19956: Laurel, Delaware
Laurel, DE uses ZIP code 19956, which falls within Sussex County, Delaware. Its reference point is at latitude 38.5537 and longitude -75.5631 (38°33'13.3"N 75°33'47.2"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 19956
19956 is the only ZIP code listed for Laurel, DE in our directory.
Across Sussex County there are 23 ZIP codes listed, and Delaware has 99 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 19931 in Bethel, DE, about 3.5 mi to the west.
| ZIP code | 19956 |
|---|---|
| City | Laurel |
| County | Sussex County |
| State | Delaware (DE) |
| Latitude | 38.5537 |
| Longitude | -75.5631 |
| DMS | 38°33'13.3"N 75°33'47.2"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 19931 (Bethel, 3.5 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 19956
Map centered on 38.5537, -75.5631. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
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ZIP Codes Near 19956
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 19956, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 19956, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Bethel, DE (3.5 mi west), Delmar, DE (5.3 mi south) and Seaford, DE (6.4 mi north). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Bethel, DE – 3.5 mi west
- Delmar, DE – 5.3 mi south
- Seaford, DE – 6.4 mi north
- Delmar, MD – 7.5 mi south
- Sharptown, MD – 8.5 mi west
- Mardela Springs, MD – 11 mi southwest
- Rhodesdale, MD – 12 mi west
- Salisbury, MD – 12 mi south
- Allen, MD – 12 mi south
- Powellville, MD – 12 mi south
Schools Near Laurel, DE
If you are moving to ZIP code 19956, check the school district serving Laurel and Sussex County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Bethel and Delmar can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 19956.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
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Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Laurel, DE can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 19956 may also use facilities in nearby Bethel, Delmar and Seaford.
Shopping and Dining in Laurel
For places to eat and shop near Laurel, DE, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 19956.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Laurel, Delaware can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 19956.
To research local history, try searching for Sussex County records and archives along with the name Laurel.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 19956, Bethel lies about 3.5 mi to the west, Delmar lies about 5.3 mi to the south, Seaford lies about 6.4 mi to the north, Delmar lies about 7.5 mi to the south and Sharptown lies about 8.5 mi to the west. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
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Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 19956
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“2015.6.2 Sen. Coons visits Laurel (40933532383)”): Senator Chris Coons, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“LRWalls-Rider Potato House Ext2”): Linda Roy Walls, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“LRWalls-Rider Potato House Interior Chimney”): Linda Roy Walls, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 4 (“LRWalls-Rider Potato House Interior Staircase Front View”): Linda Roy Walls, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 5 (“LRWalls-Rider Potato House Ext 4 Back”): Linda Roy Walls, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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