ZIP Code 96721: Hilo, Hawaii
ZIP code 96721 covers part or all of Hilo in Hawaii County, Hawaii. Its reference point is at latitude 19.5935 and longitude -155.438 (19°35'36.6"N 155°26'16.8"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 96721
Hilo, HI has 2 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 96721, they include 96720.
Across Hawaii County there are 33 ZIP codes listed, and Hawaii has 143 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 96718 (Hawaii National Park, HI), which shares the same reference point.
| ZIP code | 96721 |
|---|---|
| City | Hilo |
| County | Hawaii County |
| State | Hawaii (HI) |
| Latitude | 19.5935 |
| Longitude | -155.438 |
| DMS | 19°35'36.6"N 155°26'16.8"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 96718 (Hawaii National Park, same location) |
Map of ZIP Code 96721
Map centered on 19.5935, -155.438. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Hilo, HI
Video: Hilo, HI
Top 10 Best Things to Do in Hilo, Hawaii - Travel Guide 2025 — by DoTravel · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 96721
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 96721, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 96721, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Hawaii National Park, HI (same reference point), Keauhou, HI (same reference point) and Kailua Kona, HI (same reference point). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Hawaii National Park, HI – same reference point
- Keauhou, HI – same reference point
- Kailua Kona, HI – same reference point
- Paauhau, HI – same reference point
- Volcano, HI – 18 mi southeast
- Mountain View, HI – 23 mi east
- Papaaloa, HI – 26 mi northeast
- Papaikou, HI – 26 mi northeast
- Kurtistown, HI – 26 mi east
- Pahala, HI – 27 mi south
Schools Near Hilo, HI
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 96721 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Hilo and Hawaii County.
Searching nearby communities such as Hawaii National Park and Keauhou can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 96721.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Hilo, HI are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 96721.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Hilo, HI can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 96721 may also use facilities in nearby Hawaii National Park, Keauhou and Kailua Kona.
Shopping and Dining in Hilo
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 96721 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Hilo, Hawaii can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 96721.
To research local history, try searching for Hawaii County records and archives along with the name Hilo.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 96721, Hawaii National Park shares the same reference point, Keauhou shares the same reference point, Kailua Kona shares the same reference point, Paauhau shares the same reference point and Volcano lies about 18 mi to the southeast. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Hilo show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 96721
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Greetings and Aloha from Hawaii, The 50th State - Large Letter Postcard (4480762293)”): Steve Shook from Moscow, Idaho, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Aloha - Large Letter Postcard (8193081872)”): Steve Shook from Moscow, Idaho, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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- Video: “Top 10 Best Things to Do in Hilo, Hawaii - Travel Guide 2025” by DoTravel, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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Data for ZIP code 96721 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.