ZIP Code 01523: Lancaster, Massachusetts
ZIP code 01523 is assigned to Lancaster, Massachusetts, and lies within Worcester County. Its reference point is at latitude 42.451 and longitude -71.6868 (42°27'03.6"N 71°41'12.5"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 01523
01523 is the only ZIP code listed for Lancaster, MA in our directory.
Across Worcester County there are 103 ZIP codes listed, and Massachusetts has 761 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 01561 in South Lancaster, MA, about 0.5 mi to the south.
| ZIP code | 01523 |
|---|---|
| City | Lancaster |
| County | Worcester County |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| Latitude | 42.451 |
| Longitude | -71.6868 |
| DMS | 42°27'03.6"N 71°41'12.5"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 01561 (South Lancaster, 0.5 mi) |
All ZIP codes in Lancaster, MA · All Massachusetts ZIP codes
Map of ZIP Code 01523
Map centered on 42.451, -71.6868. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Lancaster, MA
ZIP Codes Near 01523
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 01523, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 01523, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are South Lancaster, MA (0.5 mi south), Clinton, MA (2.3 mi south) and Bolton, MA (4.2 mi east). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- South Lancaster, MA – 0.5 mi south
- Clinton, MA – 2.3 mi south
- Bolton, MA – 4.2 mi east
- Still River, MA – 4.5 mi northeast
- Sterling, MA – 4.6 mi west
- Berlin, MA – 5.3 mi southeast
- Leominster, MA – 6.4 mi northwest
- Harvard, MA – 6.6 mi northeast
- Ft Devens, MA – 6.6 mi northeast
- Devens, MA – 7.2 mi northeast
Schools Near Lancaster, MA
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 01523 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Lancaster and Worcester County.
Searching nearby communities such as South Lancaster and Clinton can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 01523.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Lancaster, MA are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 01523.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Lancaster, MA can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 01523 may also use facilities in nearby South Lancaster, Clinton and Bolton.
Shopping and Dining in Lancaster
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 01523 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Lancaster, Massachusetts can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 01523.
To research local history, try searching for Worcester County records and archives along with the name Lancaster.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 01523, South Lancaster lies about 0.5 mi to the south, Clinton lies about 2.3 mi to the south, Bolton lies about 4.2 mi to the east, Still River lies about 4.5 mi to the northeast and Sterling lies about 4.6 mi to the west. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Lancaster show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 01523
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“LancasterMA MiddleCemetery1”): Magicpiano, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“LancasterMA OldSettlersBuryingGround”): Magicpiano, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Colopha ulmicola 1”): Lynn Harper, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 4 (“Dexter Drumlin, South Lancaster, MA, USA - panoramio”): rvsrvs, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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Data for ZIP code 01523 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.