ZIP Code 88316: Capitan, New Mexico
ZIP code 88316 is assigned to Capitan, New Mexico, and lies within Lincoln County. Its reference point is at latitude 33.5602 and longitude -105.5269 (33°33'36.7"N 105°31'36.8"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 88316
88316 is the only ZIP code listed for Capitan, NM in our directory.
Across Lincoln County there are 15 ZIP codes listed, and New Mexico has 431 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 88338 in Lincoln, NM, about 9.8 mi to the southeast.
| ZIP code | 88316 |
|---|---|
| City | Capitan |
| County | Lincoln County |
| State | New Mexico (NM) |
| Latitude | 33.5602 |
| Longitude | -105.5269 |
| DMS | 33°33'36.7"N 105°31'36.8"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 88338 (Lincoln, 9.8 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 88316
Map centered on 33.5602, -105.5269. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
ZIP Codes Near 88316
These 13 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 88316, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 88316, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Lincoln, NM (9.8 mi southeast), Nogal, NM (11 mi west) and Alto, NM (12 mi southwest). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Lincoln, NM – 9.8 mi southeast
- Nogal, NM – 11 mi west
- Alto, NM – 12 mi southwest
- Glencoe, NM – 13 mi southeast
- Hondo, NM – 14 mi northwest
- Tinnie, NM – 14 mi northwest
- Ruidoso Downs, NM – 14 mi south
- San Patricio, NM – 16 mi southeast
- Ruidoso, NM – 16 mi southwest
- Picacho, NM – 17 mi southwest
Schools Near Capitan, NM
If you are moving to ZIP code 88316, check the school district serving Capitan and Lincoln County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
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Parks and Outdoor Recreation
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Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Capitan, NM can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 88316 may also use facilities in nearby Lincoln, Nogal and Alto.
Shopping and Dining in Capitan
For places to eat and shop near Capitan, NM, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 88316.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Capitan, New Mexico can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 88316.
To research local history, try searching for Lincoln County records and archives along with the name Capitan.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 88316, Lincoln lies about 9.8 mi to the southeast, Nogal lies about 11 mi to the west, Alto lies about 12 mi to the southwest, Glencoe lies about 13 mi to the southeast and Hondo lies about 14 mi to the northwest. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Capitan show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 88316
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