ZIP Code 21046: Columbia, Maryland
Columbia, MD uses ZIP code 21046, which falls within Howard County, Maryland. Its reference point is at latitude 39.1702 and longitude -76.8538 (39°10'12.7"N 76°51'13.7"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 21046
Columbia, MD has 3 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 21046, they include 21044, 21045.
Across Howard County there are 21 ZIP codes listed, and Maryland has 644 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 21045 in Columbia, MD, about 2.7 mi to the northeast.
| ZIP code | 21046 |
|---|---|
| City | Columbia |
| County | Howard County |
| State | Maryland (MD) |
| Latitude | 39.1702 |
| Longitude | -76.8538 |
| DMS | 39°10'12.7"N 76°51'13.7"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 21045 (Columbia, 2.7 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 21046
Map centered on 39.1702, -76.8538. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Columbia, MD
Video: Columbia, MD
Living in Columbia Maryland - Village of Town Center Full VLOG Tour — by Living in Maryland · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 21046
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 21046, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 21046, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Savage, MD (2.8 mi southeast), Laurel, MD (3.5 mi south) and Jessup, MD (3.6 mi southeast). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Savage, MD – 2.8 mi southeast
- Laurel, MD – 3.5 mi south
- Jessup, MD – 3.6 mi southeast
- Annapolis Junction, MD – 3.9 mi southeast
- Fulton, MD – 4.3 mi west
- Elkridge, MD – 5.9 mi northeast
- Clarksville, MD – 6.0 mi northwest
- Highland, MD – 6.2 mi west
- Ellicott City, MD – 6.5 mi northeast
- Simpsonville, MD – 6.6 mi northwest
Schools Near Columbia, MD
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 21046 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Columbia and Howard County.
Searching nearby communities such as Savage and Laurel can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 21046.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Columbia, MD are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 21046.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Columbia, MD can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 21046 may also use facilities in nearby Savage, Laurel and Jessup.
Shopping and Dining in Columbia
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 21046 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Columbia, Maryland can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 21046.
To research local history, try searching for Howard County records and archives along with the name Columbia.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 21046, Savage lies about 2.8 mi to the southeast, Laurel lies about 3.5 mi to the south, Jessup lies about 3.6 mi to the southeast, Annapolis Junction lies about 3.9 mi to the southeast and Fulton lies about 4.3 mi to the west. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Columbia show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 21046
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Guilford Quartz Monzonite”): Jstuby, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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- Video: “Living in Columbia Maryland - Village of Town Center Full VLOG Tour” by Living in Maryland, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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Data for ZIP code 21046 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.