ZIP Code 23803: Petersburg, Virginia
Petersburg, VA uses ZIP code 23803, which falls within Petersburg (independent city), Virginia. Its reference point is at latitude 37.2123 and longitude -77.4814 (37°12'44.3"N 77°28'53.0"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 23803
Petersburg, VA has 4 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 23803, they include 23804, 23805, 23806.
Across Petersburg (independent city) there are 4 ZIP codes listed, and Virginia has 1,356 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 23885 in Sutherland, VA, about 4.9 mi to the west.
| ZIP code | 23803 |
|---|---|
| City | Petersburg |
| County | Petersburg (independent city) |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| Latitude | 37.2123 |
| Longitude | -77.4814 |
| DMS | 37°12'44.3"N 77°28'53.0"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 23885 (Sutherland, 4.9 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 23803
Map centered on 37.2123, -77.4814. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Petersburg, VA
Video: Petersburg, VA
Aerial Tour of Historic Downtown - Petersburg, Va. — by heliflyer7 · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 23803
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 23803, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 23803, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Sutherland, VA (4.9 mi west), Colonial Heights, VA (5.8 mi northeast) and Fort Lee, VA (8.4 mi east). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Sutherland, VA – 4.9 mi west
- Colonial Heights, VA – 5.8 mi northeast
- Fort Lee, VA – 8.4 mi east
- Chester, VA – 9.7 mi north
- Dinwiddie, VA – 9.9 mi southwest
- Church Road, VA – 10 mi west
- Prince George, VA – 11 mi east
- Hopewell, VA – 11 mi northeast
- Chesterfield, VA – 12 mi northwest
- Carson, VA – 12 mi south
Schools Near Petersburg, VA
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 23803 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Petersburg and Petersburg (independent city).
Searching nearby communities such as Sutherland and Colonial Heights can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 23803.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Petersburg, VA are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 23803.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Petersburg, VA can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 23803 may also use facilities in nearby Sutherland, Colonial Heights and Fort Lee.
Shopping and Dining in Petersburg
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 23803 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Petersburg, Virginia can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 23803.
To research local history, try searching for Petersburg (independent city) records and archives along with the name Petersburg.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 23803, Sutherland lies about 4.9 mi to the west, Colonial Heights lies about 5.8 mi to the northeast, Fort Lee lies about 8.4 mi to the east, Chester lies about 9.7 mi to the north and Dinwiddie lies about 9.9 mi to the southwest. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Petersburg show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 23803
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Where Hill Fell, Virginia Historical Marker S-49, Petersburg, Virginia (2748526628)”): Ken Lund from Reno, Nevada, USA, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Aerial Tour of Historic Downtown - Petersburg, Va.” by heliflyer7, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
Photos are shown from their original source under the licenses listed. They were taken near this ZIP code's reference point and may show neighboring areas.
Data for ZIP code 23803 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.