ZIP Code 99503: Anchorage, Alaska
ZIP code 99503 covers part or all of Anchorage in Anchorage Municipality, Alaska. Its reference point is at latitude 61.19 and longitude -149.8938 (61°11'24.0"N 149°53'37.7"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 99503
Anchorage, AK has 26 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 99503, they include 99501, 99502, 99504, 99507, 99508, 99509, 99510, 99511 and 17 more.
Across Anchorage Municipality there are 30 ZIP codes listed, and Alaska has 275 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 99599 in Anchorage, AK, about 0.5 mi to the southeast.
| ZIP code | 99503 |
|---|---|
| City | Anchorage |
| County | Anchorage Municipality |
| State | Alaska (AK) |
| Latitude | 61.19 |
| Longitude | -149.8938 |
| DMS | 61°11'24.0"N 149°53'37.7"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 99599 (Anchorage, 0.5 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 99503
Map centered on 61.19, -149.8938. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Anchorage, AK
Video: Anchorage, AK
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ZIP Codes Near 99503
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 99503, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 99503, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Elmendorf Afb, AK (5.0 mi northeast). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Elmendorf Afb, AK – 5.0 mi northeast
Schools Near Anchorage, AK
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 99503 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Anchorage and Anchorage Municipality.
Searching nearby communities such as Elmendorf Afb can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 99503.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Anchorage, AK are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 99503.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Anchorage, AK can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 99503 may also use facilities in nearby Elmendorf Afb.
Shopping and Dining in Anchorage
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 99503 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Anchorage, Alaska can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 99503.
To research local history, try searching for Anchorage Municipality records and archives along with the name Anchorage.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 99503, Elmendorf Afb lies about 5.0 mi to the northeast. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Anchorage show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 99503
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Forrest Dunbar”): Photo used via Creative Commons license courtesy Paxson Woelber, The Alaska Landmine, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Forrest Dunbar (3x4a)”): Photo used via Creative Commons license courtesy Paxson Woelber, The Alaska Landmine, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Andrew Gray Anchorage Assembly (cropped)”): The Alaska Landmine, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Top 10 Best Things to Do in Anchorage, Alaska [Anchorage Travel Guide 2025]” by Vacation Idea, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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Data for ZIP code 99503 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.