ZIP Code 44242: Kent, Ohio
ZIP code 44242 covers part or all of Kent in Portage County, Ohio. Its reference point is at latitude 41.17 and longitude -81.1966 (41°10'12.0"N 81°11'47.8"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 44242
Kent, OH has 3 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 44242, they include 44240, 44243.
Across Portage County there are 17 ZIP codes listed, and Ohio has 1,487 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 44266 in Ravenna, OH, about 2.0 mi to the west.
| ZIP code | 44242 |
|---|---|
| City | Kent |
| County | Portage County |
| State | Ohio (OH) |
| Latitude | 41.17 |
| Longitude | -81.1966 |
| DMS | 41°10'12.0"N 81°11'47.8"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 44266 (Ravenna, 2.0 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 44242
Map centered on 41.17, -81.1966. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Video: Kent, OH
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ZIP Codes Near 44242
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 44242, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 44242, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Ravenna, OH (2.0 mi west), Rootstown, OH (4.9 mi south) and Brady Lake, OH (6.0 mi west). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Ravenna, OH – 2.0 mi west
- Rootstown, OH – 4.9 mi south
- Brady Lake, OH – 6.0 mi west
- Wayland, OH – 6.6 mi east
- Mantua, OH – 8.7 mi north
- Windham, OH – 8.8 mi northeast
- Streetsboro, OH – 9.2 mi northwest
- Atwater, OH – 9.4 mi south
- Diamond, OH – 9.6 mi southeast
- Aurora, OH – 11 mi northwest
Schools Near Kent, OH
If you are moving to ZIP code 44242, check the school district serving Kent and Portage County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Ravenna and Rootstown can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 44242.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Use the map above to explore green space around Kent. Zoom out to look for larger parks and nature areas beyond the ZIP code 44242 area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Kent, OH can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 44242 may also use facilities in nearby Ravenna, Rootstown and Brady Lake.
Shopping and Dining in Kent
For places to eat and shop near Kent, OH, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 44242.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Kent, Ohio can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 44242.
To research local history, try searching for Portage County records and archives along with the name Kent.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 44242, Ravenna lies about 2.0 mi to the west, Rootstown lies about 4.9 mi to the south, Brady Lake lies about 6.0 mi to the west, Wayland lies about 6.6 mi to the east and Mantua lies about 8.7 mi to the north. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Kent show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 44242
Photo & Video Credits
- Video: “Downtown Kent, Ohio Fly Over 4K Drone” by Destinations with Sal & Debi Pitera, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
Data for ZIP code 44242 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.