ZIP Code 01720: Acton, Massachusetts
ZIP code 01720 is assigned to Acton, Massachusetts, and lies within Middlesex County. Its reference point is at latitude 42.4751 and longitude -71.4483 (42°28'30.4"N 71°26'53.9"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 01720
01720 is the only ZIP code listed for Acton, MA in our directory.
Across Middlesex County there are 138 ZIP codes listed, and Massachusetts has 761 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 01470 in Groton, MA, about 2.1 mi to the south.
| ZIP code | 01720 |
|---|---|
| City | Acton |
| County | Middlesex County |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| Latitude | 42.4751 |
| Longitude | -71.4483 |
| DMS | 42°28'30.4"N 71°26'53.9"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 01470 (Groton, 2.1 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 01720
Map centered on 42.4751, -71.4483. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Video: Acton, MA
Drive Through Acton, MA [4K] | Summer 2025 — by Byway Films · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 01720
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 01720, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 01720, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Groton, MA (2.1 mi south), West Groton, MA (2.1 mi south) and Framingham, MA (2.1 mi south). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Groton, MA – 2.1 mi south
- West Groton, MA – 2.1 mi south
- Framingham, MA – 2.1 mi south
- Woodville, MA – 2.1 mi south
- Burlington, MA – 2.1 mi south
- Woburn, MA – 2.1 mi south
- Billerica, MA – 2.1 mi south
- Lowell, MA – 2.1 mi south
Schools Near Acton, MA
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 01720 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Acton and Middlesex County.
Searching nearby communities such as Groton and West Groton can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 01720.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Acton, MA are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 01720.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Acton, MA can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 01720 may also use facilities in nearby Groton, West Groton and Framingham.
Shopping and Dining in Acton
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 01720 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Acton, Massachusetts can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 01720.
To research local history, try searching for Middlesex County records and archives along with the name Acton.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 01720, Groton lies about 2.1 mi to the south, West Groton lies about 2.1 mi to the south, Framingham lies about 2.1 mi to the south, Woodville lies about 2.1 mi to the south and Burlington lies about 2.1 mi to the south. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Acton show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 01720
Photo & Video Credits
- Video: “Drive Through Acton, MA [4K] | Summer 2025” by Byway Films, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
Data for ZIP code 01720 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.