ZIP Code 20646: La Plata, Maryland
ZIP code 20646 covers part or all of La Plata in Charles County, Maryland. Its reference point is at latitude 38.5257 and longitude -76.9865 (38°31'32.5"N 76°59'11.4"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 20646
20646 is the only ZIP code listed for La Plata, MD in our directory.
Across Charles County there are 24 ZIP codes listed, and Maryland has 644 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 20604 in Waldorf, MD, about 1.1 mi to the south.
| ZIP code | 20646 |
|---|---|
| City | La Plata |
| County | Charles County |
| State | Maryland (MD) |
| Latitude | 38.5257 |
| Longitude | -76.9865 |
| DMS | 38°31'32.5"N 76°59'11.4"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 20604 (Waldorf, 1.1 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 20646
Map centered on 38.5257, -76.9865. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
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ZIP Codes Near 20646
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 20646, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 20646, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Waldorf, MD (1.1 mi south), Port Tobacco, MD (3.5 mi southwest) and Bel Alton, MD (3.7 mi south). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Waldorf, MD – 1.1 mi south
- Port Tobacco, MD – 3.5 mi southwest
- Bel Alton, MD – 3.7 mi south
- Pomfret, MD – 4.3 mi north
- White Plains, MD – 5.0 mi north
- Faulkner, MD – 6.1 mi south
- Indian Head, MD – 6.1 mi southwest
- Welcome, MD – 7.1 mi southwest
- Bryantown, MD – 7.7 mi east
- Ironsides, MD – 8.9 mi west
Schools Near La Plata, MD
If you are moving to ZIP code 20646, check the school district serving La Plata and Charles County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Waldorf and Port Tobacco can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 20646.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
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Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving La Plata, MD can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 20646 may also use facilities in nearby Waldorf, Port Tobacco and Bel Alton.
Shopping and Dining in La Plata
For places to eat and shop near La Plata, MD, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 20646.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near La Plata, Maryland can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 20646.
To research local history, try searching for Charles County records and archives along with the name La Plata.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 20646, Waldorf lies about 1.1 mi to the south, Port Tobacco lies about 3.5 mi to the southwest, Bel Alton lies about 3.7 mi to the south, Pomfret lies about 4.3 mi to the north and White Plains lies about 5.0 mi to the north. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near La Plata show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 20646
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“PtTobaccoCthse 20110626”): Cohee, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Tornado Rips Through Maryland (ASTER)”): NASA/METI/AIST/Japan Space Systems, and U.S./Japan ASTER Science Team, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.
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