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United States ZIP codes

United States

99553North America5 chars
Browse All Codes Lookup Tool
Total Codes

37.1K

Code Length

5 chars

States

56

Admin Levels

3

Interactive Map

Explore United States's 56 states with our interactive map.

Open Map

Find Post Offices

Locate post offices across United States. Find addresses and contact information.

Find Offices

Understanding United States ZIP codes

Eโ€‘commerce flows to United States require accurate five-digit postal data (99553); without it, US partners may hold parcels or downgrade service.

Key Characteristics

Code Type

Numeric

Administered By

National Postal Service

Coverage

Nationwide

ZIP code format breakdown

United States uses numeric zip codes with 5 digits (example: 99553). In our directory, these codes are organized from states down to places.

Visual Structure

9
9
5
5
3

Eโ€‘commerce flows to United States require accurate five-digit postal data (99553); without it, US partners may hold parcels or downgrade service.

Administrative Hierarchy

How United States organises areas for ZIP codes

States(56)
Counties(3.2K)
Municipalities(33.8K)
1

State

56 total
Browse all states
2

County

3.2K total
3

Municipality

33.8K total

States Directory

Browse all 56 top-level divisions

Alaska
Alabama
Arkansas
American Samoa
Arizona
California
Colorado
Connecticut
District of Columbia
Delaware
Florida
Georgia
Guam
Hawaii
Iowa
Idaho
+40 more

Addressing Mail to United States

Step-by-step guide for correct address formatting

1
Recipient name
2
Street address or PO Box
3
City, State/Province, Postal code
4
Country name

Sample Address Block

Name; Street; City, State Postcode; Country

Delivery Best Practices

Tips for successful mail and package delivery

Always verify the ZIP code

Verify your ZIP code is complete (5 digits) before sending. Use our lookup tool to confirm accuracy.

Include all address levels

Write the full address hierarchy for best results.

Avoid abbreviations

Write out full state names to prevent sorting errors.

Don't omit the ZIP code

Missing ZIP codes cause significant delivery delays and may result in returned mail.

Shipping to United States

What to know when sending packages

Standard domestic delivery within United States typically takes 2โ€“7 business days. International packages require complete address information including the ZIP code. Always include the correct 5-character code for fastest routing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about United States ZIP codes

What is the ZIP code format for United States?

United States uses 5 digits in the ZIP code. An example is 99553. Eโ€‘commerce flows to United States require accurate five-digit postal data (99553); without it, US partners may hold parcels or downgrade service.

How many states does United States have?

United States has 56 states with ZIP code coverage. Use our browse tool to explore them.

How do I find my ZIP code in United States?

Use our free lookup or browse by state to find the exact ZIP code for your location.

Where do I write the ZIP code on a United States address?

The ZIP code is written on the same line as or immediately after the state, before the country name when mailing internationally.

More Countries in North America

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Antigua and Barbuda

AG

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Anguilla

AI

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Aruba

AW

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Barbados

BB

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Saint Barthelemy

BL

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Bermuda

BM

View all countries in North America

Example Code

99553

5 characters

Country Facts

Continent
North America
ISO Alpha-2
US
Admin Levels
3

On This Page

OverviewMap & Post OfficesAbout the SystemZIP code formatAdmin HierarchyStates DirectoryAddress GuideDelivery TipsShipping InfoFAQRelated Countries

Free ZIP codes tools

Look up, validate, and download United States ZIP codes.

ZIP code lookup Address Validator Download PDF
  1. Home
  2. Continents
  3. North America
  4. United States
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ

United States ZIP codes

United States

99553North America5 chars
Browse All Codes Lookup Tool
Total Codes

37.1K

Code Length

5 chars

States

56

Admin Levels

3

Interactive Map

Explore United States's 56 states with our interactive map.

Open Map

Find Post Offices

Locate post offices across United States. Find addresses and contact information.

Find Offices

Understanding United States ZIP codes

Eโ€‘commerce flows to United States require accurate five-digit postal data (99553); without it, US partners may hold parcels or downgrade service.

Key Characteristics

Code Type

Numeric

Administered By

National Postal Service

Coverage

Nationwide

ZIP code format breakdown

United States uses numeric zip codes with 5 digits (example: 99553). In our directory, these codes are organized from states down to places.

Visual Structure

9
9
5
5
3

Eโ€‘commerce flows to United States require accurate five-digit postal data (99553); without it, US partners may hold parcels or downgrade service.

Administrative Hierarchy

How United States organises areas for ZIP codes

States(56)
Counties(3.2K)
Municipalities(33.8K)
1

State

56 total
Browse all states
2

County

3.2K total
3

Municipality

33.8K total

States Directory

Browse all 56 top-level divisions

Alaska
Alabama
Arkansas
American Samoa
Arizona
California
Colorado
Connecticut
District of Columbia
Delaware
Florida
Georgia
Guam
Hawaii
Iowa
Idaho
+40 more

Addressing Mail to United States

Step-by-step guide for correct address formatting

1
Recipient name
2
Street address or PO Box
3
City, State/Province, Postal code
4
Country name

Sample Address Block

Name; Street; City, State Postcode; Country

Delivery Best Practices

Tips for successful mail and package delivery

Always verify the ZIP code

Verify your ZIP code is complete (5 digits) before sending. Use our lookup tool to confirm accuracy.

Include all address levels

Write the full address hierarchy for best results.

Avoid abbreviations

Write out full state names to prevent sorting errors.

Don't omit the ZIP code

Missing ZIP codes cause significant delivery delays and may result in returned mail.

Shipping to United States

What to know when sending packages

Standard domestic delivery within United States typically takes 2โ€“7 business days. International packages require complete address information including the ZIP code. Always include the correct 5-character code for fastest routing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about United States ZIP codes

What is the ZIP code format for United States?

United States uses 5 digits in the ZIP code. An example is 99553. Eโ€‘commerce flows to United States require accurate five-digit postal data (99553); without it, US partners may hold parcels or downgrade service.

How many states does United States have?

United States has 56 states with ZIP code coverage. Use our browse tool to explore them.

How do I find my ZIP code in United States?

Use our free lookup or browse by state to find the exact ZIP code for your location.

Where do I write the ZIP code on a United States address?

The ZIP code is written on the same line as or immediately after the state, before the country name when mailing internationally.

More Countries in North America

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฌ

Antigua and Barbuda

AG

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฎ

Anguilla

AI

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ผ

Aruba

AW

๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ง

Barbados

BB

๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ฑ

Saint Barthelemy

BL

๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ฒ

Bermuda

BM

View all countries in North America

Example Code

99553

5 characters

Country Facts

Continent
North America
ISO Alpha-2
US
Admin Levels
3

On This Page

OverviewMap & Post OfficesAbout the SystemZIP code formatAdmin HierarchyStates DirectoryAddress GuideDelivery TipsShipping InfoFAQRelated Countries

Free ZIP codes tools

Look up, validate, and download United States ZIP codes.

ZIP code lookup Address Validator Download PDF