ZIP Code 33853: Lake Wales, Florida
ZIP code 33853 is assigned to Lake Wales, Florida, and lies within Polk County. Its reference point is at latitude 27.9002 and longitude -81.5847 (27°54'00.7"N 81°35'04.9"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 33853
Lake Wales, FL has 3 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 33853, they include 33859, 33898.
Across Polk County there are 54 ZIP codes listed, and Florida has 1,564 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 33898 in Lake Wales, FL, about 2.6 mi to the south.
| ZIP code | 33853 |
|---|---|
| City | Lake Wales |
| County | Polk County |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| Latitude | 27.9002 |
| Longitude | -81.5847 |
| DMS | 27°54'00.7"N 81°35'04.9"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 33898 (Lake Wales, 2.6 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 33853
Map centered on 27.9002, -81.5847. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Lake Wales, FL
Video: Lake Wales, FL
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ZIP Codes Near 33853
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 33853, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 33853, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Waverly, FL (5.6 mi north), Babson Park, FL (7.2 mi southeast) and Lakeland, FL (7.4 mi north). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Waverly, FL – 5.6 mi north
- Babson Park, FL – 7.2 mi southeast
- Lakeland, FL – 7.4 mi north
- Alturas, FL – 7.4 mi north
- Haines City, FL – 7.4 mi north
- Fedhaven, FL – 7.4 mi north
- Nichols, FL – 7.4 mi north
- Winter Haven, FL – 7.4 mi north
- Dundee, FL – 8.5 mi north
Schools Near Lake Wales, FL
If you are moving to ZIP code 33853, check the school district serving Lake Wales and Polk County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Waverly and Babson Park can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 33853.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Use the map above to explore green space around Lake Wales. Zoom out to look for larger parks and nature areas beyond the ZIP code 33853 area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Lake Wales, FL can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 33853 may also use facilities in nearby Waverly, Babson Park and Lakeland.
Shopping and Dining in Lake Wales
For places to eat and shop near Lake Wales, FL, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 33853.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Lake Wales, Florida can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 33853.
To research local history, try searching for Polk County records and archives along with the name Lake Wales.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 33853, Waverly lies about 5.6 mi to the north, Babson Park lies about 7.2 mi to the southeast, Lakeland lies about 7.4 mi to the north, Alturas lies about 7.4 mi to the north and Haines City lies about 7.4 mi to the north. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Lake Wales show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 33853
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Greetings from Lake Wales, Florida - Large Letter Postcard (4638804724)”): Steve Shook from Moscow, Idaho, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Lake Wales - Florida - 4K Downtown Drive” by Mileage Mike Travels, 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 33853 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.