ZIP Code 06540: New Haven, Connecticut
ZIP code 06540 covers part or all of New Haven in New Haven County, Connecticut. Its reference point is at latitude 41.2996 and longitude -72.9188 (41°17'58.6"N 72°55'07.7"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 06540
New Haven, CT has 26 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 06540, they include 06501, 06502, 06503, 06504, 06505, 06506, 06507, 06508 and 17 more.
Across New Haven County there are 77 ZIP codes listed, and Connecticut has 446 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 06510 in New Haven, CT, about 0.8 mi to the northwest.
| ZIP code | 06540 |
|---|---|
| City | New Haven |
| County | New Haven County |
| State | Connecticut (CT) |
| Latitude | 41.2996 |
| Longitude | -72.9188 |
| DMS | 41°17'58.6"N 72°55'07.7"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 06510 (New Haven, 0.8 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 06540
Map centered on 41.2996, -72.9188. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
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ZIP Codes Near 06540
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 06540, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 06540, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are East Haven, CT (2.7 mi southeast), West Haven, CT (3.1 mi southwest) and Hamden, CT (3.4 mi north). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- East Haven, CT – 2.7 mi southeast
- West Haven, CT – 3.1 mi southwest
- Hamden, CT – 3.4 mi north
- Cheshire, CT – 4.6 mi north
- Meriden, CT – 4.6 mi north
- South Britain, CT – 4.6 mi north
- Wallingford, CT – 4.6 mi north
Schools Near New Haven, CT
If you are moving to ZIP code 06540, check the school district serving New Haven and New Haven County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as East Haven and West Haven can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 06540.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Use the map above to explore green space around New Haven. Zoom out to look for larger parks and nature areas beyond the ZIP code 06540 area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving New Haven, CT can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 06540 may also use facilities in nearby East Haven, West Haven and Hamden.
Shopping and Dining in New Haven
For places to eat and shop near New Haven, CT, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 06540.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near New Haven, Connecticut can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 06540.
To research local history, try searching for New Haven County records and archives along with the name New Haven.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 06540, East Haven lies about 2.7 mi to the southeast, West Haven lies about 3.1 mi to the southwest, Hamden lies about 3.4 mi to the north, Cheshire lies about 4.6 mi to the north and Meriden lies about 4.6 mi to the north. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near New Haven show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 06540
Photo & Video Credits
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Data for ZIP code 06540 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.