Columbus ZIP Code Map

Search 45 Columbus, Ohio ZIP codes by local area, Franklin County postal place, ZIP type, or coordinates. Includes printable maps for North, South, East, and West Columbus.

Columbus ZIP Codes at a Glance

Columbus, OH has 45 ZIP entries covering Downtown, Ohio State University, Short North, German Village, Franklinton, Clintonville, Easton, and southeast industrial areas. These postal-place records are associated with Franklin County. Nearby suburbs like Dublin, Westerville, Grove City, Hilliard, Gahanna, and Reynoldsburg use separate postal-place rows, so verify suburban addresses with a complete street address.

ZIP entries
45
Primary county
Franklin County
Common ZIPs
43085, 43201, 43202, 43203, 43204, 43205, 43206, 43207, 43209, 43210

About ZIP codes in Columbus

Columbus is Ohio's largest city and a major hub for education, government, and business. ZIP code lookup is essential for campus mail, downtown offices, state buildings, delivery routing, real estate searches, and service-area planning. A Columbus address may sit near Downtown, the Arena District, Short North, Ohio State University, Clintonville, German Village, Franklinton, Easton, or the far north side. Use this page as a citywide reference, then confirm the final ZIP with a complete street address.

How to Use This ZIP Code Map

Start with the citywide Columbus ZIP code map for orientation, then switch to the North, South, East, or West map to focus on a specific area. Once you locate your area, use the ZIP code table for coordinates, ZIP type, county, and quick map links. For mailing or official forms, always verify the ZIP with a full street address using USPS lookup.

Data quality note: Some Columbus ZIP entries share the same coordinate point in the source dataset. This typically indicates a postal-place centroid, PO Box, or special-use reference rather than an exact ZIP boundary. This page maps ZIP coordinate points for reference only, not official USPS delivery boundaries.

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Columbus ZIP Code Map

Use the main Columbus ZIP code map for a citywide overview, then use the North, South, East, and West maps to focus on one part of the city. Columbus ZIP codes span from Ohio State University and Clintonville in the north to southeast industrial corridors and far north retail districts. These maps are reference graphics based on postal coordinates, not official USPS boundary maps.

ZIP point reference map for Columbus, OH. The map uses postal code coordinates from the source dataset and does not represent official USPS ZIP boundaries.
North Columbus ZIP code map
North Columbus ZIP code point map, useful for ZIPs around the north side and airport corridors.
South Columbus ZIP code map
South Columbus ZIP code point map, useful for southern city ZIPs and airport-area corridors.
East Columbus ZIP code map
East Columbus ZIP code point map, useful for east-side ZIPs and industrial or waterfront corridors where applicable.
West Columbus ZIP code map
West Columbus ZIP code point map, useful for west-side residential, business, and suburban-edge ZIPs.

Printable Columbus ZIP Code Map

For a printable Columbus ZIP code map, open the main map or one of the directional maps in a larger view and use your browser print dialog. Choose the citywide map for broad reference, or print the North, South, East, or West map when you only need one part of Columbus. Treat printed copies as planning references, not official USPS boundary maps.

Columbus ZIP Code Table

The table lists Columbus ZIP entries with ZIP type, county, coordinates, and quick links for Google Maps and Waze. Regular delivery ZIPs, PO Box ZIPs, and special-use entries can appear together in the source data. Use a full street address when the exact delivery ZIP is critical.

ZIP CodePostal placeTypeCountyCoordinatesMap
43085ColumbusStandard / address lookupFranklin County40.0999, -83.0157GoogleWaze
43201ColumbusStandard / address lookupFranklin County39.9952, -83.0047GoogleWaze
43202ColumbusStandard / address lookupFranklin County40.0201, -83.0118GoogleWaze
43203ColumbusStandard / address lookupFranklin County39.9719, -82.9691GoogleWaze
43204ColumbusStandard / address lookupFranklin County39.9523, -83.0780GoogleWaze
43205ColumbusStandard / address lookupFranklin County39.9569, -82.9644GoogleWaze
43206ColumbusStandard / address lookupFranklin County39.9426, -82.9748GoogleWaze
43207ColumbusStandard / address lookupFranklin County39.9046, -82.9703GoogleWaze
43209ColumbusStandard / address lookupFranklin County39.9539, -82.9301GoogleWaze
43210ColumbusStandard / address lookupFranklin County40.0028, -83.0164GoogleWaze
43211ColumbusStandard / address lookupFranklin County40.0118, -82.9732GoogleWaze
43212ColumbusStandard / address lookupFranklin County39.9874, -83.0456GoogleWaze
43213ColumbusStandard / address lookupFranklin County39.9727, -82.8329GoogleWaze
43214ColumbusStandard / address lookupFranklin County40.0535, -83.0187GoogleWaze
43215ColumbusStandard / address lookupFranklin County39.9671, -83.0044GoogleWaze
43216ColumbusPO Box / special useFranklin County39.9690, -83.0114GoogleWaze
43217ColumbusStandard / address lookupFranklin County39.8277, -82.9342GoogleWaze
43218ColumbusPO Box / special useFranklin County39.9690, -83.0114GoogleWaze
43219ColumbusStandard / address lookupFranklin County40.0326, -82.9103GoogleWaze
43220ColumbusStandard / address lookupFranklin County40.0495, -83.0669GoogleWaze
43221ColumbusStandard / address lookupFranklin County40.0226, -83.0776GoogleWaze
43222ColumbusStandard / address lookupFranklin County39.9576, -83.0311GoogleWaze
43223ColumbusStandard / address lookupFranklin County39.9388, -83.0463GoogleWaze
43224ColumbusStandard / address lookupFranklin County40.0425, -82.9689GoogleWaze
43226ColumbusPO Box / special useFranklin County39.9690, -83.0114GoogleWaze
43227ColumbusStandard / address lookupFranklin County39.9444, -82.8903GoogleWaze
43228ColumbusStandard / address lookupFranklin County39.9648, -83.1260GoogleWaze
43229ColumbusStandard / address lookupFranklin County40.0839, -82.9726GoogleWaze
43230ColumbusStandard / address lookupFranklin County40.0347, -82.8726GoogleWaze
43231ColumbusStandard / address lookupFranklin County40.0810, -82.9383GoogleWaze
43232ColumbusStandard / address lookupFranklin County39.9230, -82.8664GoogleWaze
43234ColumbusPO Box / special useFranklin County39.9690, -83.0114GoogleWaze
43235ColumbusStandard / address lookupFranklin County40.1088, -82.9742GoogleWaze
43236ColumbusStandard / address lookupFranklin County40.1357, -83.0076GoogleWaze
43240ColumbusStandard / address lookupFranklin County40.1454, -82.9817GoogleWaze
43251ColumbusPO Box / special useFranklin County39.9690, -83.0114GoogleWaze
43260ColumbusPO Box / special useFranklin County39.9690, -83.0114GoogleWaze
43266ColumbusPO Box / special useFranklin County39.9690, -83.0114GoogleWaze
43268ColumbusPO Box / special useFranklin County39.9690, -83.0114GoogleWaze
43270ColumbusPO Box / special useFranklin County39.9690, -83.0114GoogleWaze
43271ColumbusPO Box / special useFranklin County39.9690, -83.0114GoogleWaze
43272ColumbusPO Box / special useFranklin County39.9690, -83.0114GoogleWaze
43279ColumbusPO Box / special useFranklin County39.9690, -83.0114GoogleWaze
43287ColumbusPO Box / special useFranklin County39.9690, -83.0114GoogleWaze
43291ColumbusPO Box / special useFranklin County39.9690, -83.0114GoogleWaze

Columbus ZIP Codes by Local Area

Columbus ZIP codes are easier to understand when tied to recognizable neighborhoods and landmarks. These local area notes highlight common ZIP ranges and areas, but they are not official neighborhood boundaries.

Downtown and Arena District

43215, 43216, 43218, 43226

Downtown Columbus and the Arena District commonly use 43215 and nearby central ZIP entries. Some central 432xx entries are PO Box or special-use records, so address-level lookup is important.

Ohio State University and University District

43201, 43202, 43210

Ohio State University, the University District, and nearby north campus addresses typically involve 43201, 43202, and 43210. Use the exact campus building or street address for delivery.

Short North and Victorian Village

43201, 43212, 43215

Short North, Victorian Village, Harrison West, and Grandview-edge addresses often use 43201, 43212, or 43215, depending on the exact street location.

German Village and south side

43206, 43207, 43223

German Village, Merion Village, and south-side Columbus addresses commonly involve 43206, 43207, and 43223.

Franklinton and west Columbus

43204, 43222, 43228

Franklinton and west Columbus addresses often use 43204, 43222, and 43228, especially along major west-side corridors.

Clintonville and north residential areas

43214, 43220, 43221, 43224, 43229, 43235

Clintonville, Beechwold, and north Columbus residential areas commonly use 43214, 43220, 43221, 43224, 43229, and 43235.

Easton and east Columbus

43213, 43219, 43227, 43230, 43232

East Columbus, Easton, airport-edge, and far east addresses often involve 43213, 43219, 43227, 43230, and 43232.

Southeast industrial corridors

43207, 43217, 43232

Southeast Columbus and industrial corridor addresses may use 43207, 43217, or 43232. Verify the exact street address because ZIP coverage does not follow simple neighborhood lines.

Columbus ZIP Codes by County

This table is built from Columbus postal-place records associated with Franklin County. The broader Columbus metro includes nearby communities in Franklin, Delaware, Fairfield, Licking, Madison, Pickaway, and Union counties, but many of those ZIP codes belong to separate postal places rather than Columbus rows.

Franklin County

43085, 43201, 43202, 43203, 43204, 43205, 43206, 43207, 43209, 43210, 43211, 43212, 43213, 43214, 43215, 43216, 43217, 43218, 43219, 43220, 43221, 43222, 43223, 43224, 43226, 43227, 43228, 43229, 43230, 43231, 43232, 43234, 43235, 43236, 43240, 43251, 43260, 43266, 43268, 43270, 43271, 43272, 43279, 43287, 43291

Nearby ZIP Code Maps

Compare Columbus with nearby Ohio ZIP code maps when an address falls outside the Columbus postal-place rows in this dataset.

Cincinnati, OH
About 100 miles from Columbus

ZIP Codes vs ZCTAs

ZIP codes are USPS delivery codes, while ZCTAs are Census geographic approximations used for mapping and statistics. A ZIP code can cross neighborhood or city-limit boundaries, and special-use ZIP codes may not correspond to a normal residential delivery area.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main ZIP codes in Columbus, Ohio?

Common Columbus ZIP codes include 43201, 43202, 43204, 43206, 43207, 43212, 43214, 43215, 43220, 43221, 43224, 43228, 43229, 43230, and 43235. The correct ZIP depends on the exact street address.

What county is Columbus in?

Columbus is primarily in Franklin County. The broader metro area extends into nearby counties and suburbs, but this page focuses on Columbus postal-place rows associated with Franklin County.

What ZIP codes cover Downtown Columbus?

Downtown Columbus is most commonly associated with 43215, with some central PO Box or special-use entries also in the dataset. Use the exact building or street address for final delivery confirmation.

What ZIP codes are near Ohio State University?

Ohio State University and the surrounding University District commonly use 43201, 43202, and 43210. Campus buildings, departments, and PO Box addresses may use different ZIP details, so verify the full address.

Why do some Columbus ZIP codes share the same coordinates?

Shared coordinates usually indicate a postal-place centroid, PO Box, or special-use record rather than a distinct ZIP boundary. This map is useful for orientation but is not an official USPS boundary map.

How do I find the ZIP code for a specific Columbus address?

Use a complete street address in USPS lookup, Google Maps, Apple Maps, or another address-level tool. A citywide ZIP map is useful for reference but is not precise enough for final delivery decisions.

Are ZIP codes and ZCTAs the same?

No. ZIP codes are USPS postal delivery codes, while ZCTAs are Census geographic approximations used for mapping and statistics.

What is a special-use ZIP code?

Special-use ZIP codes like PO Boxes do not correspond to normal residential delivery areas. They are used for specific facilities, organizations, or postal services. Always verify with a full address for mailing.

Data sources and methodology

This page combines GeoNames postal code rows, county references, coordinates, and city-level context to create a practical ZIP code guide for Columbus, OH. The maps show coordinate points and directional groupings for orientation. They do not show official USPS boundaries and should be verified against USPS or another official address source for mailing decisions.

For exact mail delivery, always verify the final address and ZIP code with USPS or another official address source.

  • GeoNames Postal Code Data
  • US Census ZCTA reference
  • Manual validation

Last updated: 2026-05-26

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