ZIP Code 35988: Sylvania, Alabama
ZIP code 35988 covers part or all of Sylvania in DeKalb County, Alabama. Its reference point is at latitude 34.559 and longitude -85.7921 (34°33'32.4"N 85°47'31.6"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 35988
35988 is the only ZIP code listed for Sylvania, AL in our directory.
Across DeKalb County there are 14 ZIP codes listed, and Alabama has 872 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 35968 in Fort Payne, AL, about 5.0 mi to the south.
| ZIP code | 35988 |
|---|---|
| City | Sylvania |
| County | DeKalb County |
| State | Alabama (AL) |
| Latitude | 34.559 |
| Longitude | -85.7921 |
| DMS | 34°33'32.4"N 85°47'31.6"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 35968 (Fort Payne, 5.0 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 35988
Map centered on 34.559, -85.7921. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
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ZIP Codes Near 35988
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 35988, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 35988, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Fort Payne, AL (5.0 mi south), Rainsville, AL (5.1 mi southwest) and Henagar, AL (5.5 mi northeast). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Fort Payne, AL – 5.0 mi south
- Rainsville, AL – 5.1 mi southwest
- Henagar, AL – 5.5 mi northeast
- Dutton, AL – 7.2 mi northwest
- Pisgah, AL – 9.0 mi north
- Valley Head, AL – 9.4 mi east
- Fyffe, AL – 11 mi southwest
- Section, AL – 12 mi west
- Mentone, AL – 12 mi east
- Ider, AL – 15 mi northeast
Schools Near Sylvania, AL
If you are moving to ZIP code 35988, check the school district serving Sylvania and DeKalb County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Fort Payne and Rainsville can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 35988.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
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Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Sylvania, AL can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 35988 may also use facilities in nearby Fort Payne, Rainsville and Henagar.
Shopping and Dining in Sylvania
For places to eat and shop near Sylvania, AL, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 35988.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Sylvania, Alabama can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 35988.
To research local history, try searching for DeKalb County records and archives along with the name Sylvania.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 35988, Fort Payne lies about 5.0 mi to the south, Rainsville lies about 5.1 mi to the southwest, Henagar lies about 5.5 mi to the northeast, Dutton lies about 7.2 mi to the northwest and Pisgah lies about 9.0 mi to the north. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Sylvania show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 35988
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Rainsville Tornado Dana Dobbins”): Dana Dobbins, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Rainsville Tornado Damage Aerial (Blue Pond Blvd E)”): Department of Commerce (DOC), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Ocean Service (NOS), Nat…, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.
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