ZIP Code 02879: Wakefield, Rhode Island
ZIP code 02879 is assigned to Wakefield, Rhode Island, and lies within Washington County. Its reference point is at latitude 41.4437 and longitude -71.5342 (41°26'37.3"N 71°32'03.1"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 02879
Wakefield, RI has 2 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 02879, they include 02880.
Across Washington County there are 24 ZIP codes listed, and Rhode Island has 91 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 02881 in Kingston, RI, about 2.5 mi to the north.
| ZIP code | 02879 |
|---|---|
| City | Wakefield |
| County | Washington County |
| State | Rhode Island (RI) |
| Latitude | 41.4437 |
| Longitude | -71.5342 |
| DMS | 41°26'37.3"N 71°32'03.1"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 02881 (Kingston, 2.5 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 02879
Map centered on 41.4437, -71.5342. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Wakefield, RI
Video: Wakefield, RI
Hidden Rhode Island Village - Wakefield, South Kingston, RI - Main Street Town Background Ambiance — by Northeast US Walks and Drives · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 02879
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 02879, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 02879, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Kingston, RI (2.5 mi north), Narragansett, RI (3.8 mi east) and Kenyon, RI (4.5 mi west). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Kingston, RI – 2.5 mi north
- Narragansett, RI – 3.8 mi east
- Kenyon, RI – 4.5 mi west
- Shannock, RI – 5.3 mi west
- Slocum, RI – 5.9 mi north
- West Kingston, RI – 6.2 mi northwest
- Saunderstown, RI – 6.6 mi northeast
- Charlestown, RI – 7.2 mi southwest
- North Kingstown, RI – 7.4 mi southwest
- Peace Dale, RI – 7.4 mi southwest
Schools Near Wakefield, RI
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 02879 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Wakefield and Washington County.
Searching nearby communities such as Kingston and Narragansett can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 02879.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Wakefield, RI are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 02879.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Wakefield, RI can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 02879 may also use facilities in nearby Kingston, Narragansett and Kenyon.
Shopping and Dining in Wakefield
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 02879 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Wakefield, Rhode Island can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 02879.
To research local history, try searching for Washington County records and archives along with the name Wakefield.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 02879, Kingston lies about 2.5 mi to the north, Narragansett lies about 3.8 mi to the east, Kenyon lies about 4.5 mi to the west, Shannock lies about 5.3 mi to the west and Slocum lies about 5.9 mi to the north. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Wakefield show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 02879
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“165th ASOS members dart towards target at Leapfest (6121262021)”): Georgia National Guard from United States, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Who's packing your chute? (6121261975)”): Georgia National Guard from United States, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Airmen with Brunswick’s 165th Air Special Operations Squadron 'step off' (6121803712)”): Georgia National Guard from United States, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 4 (“NPRR train at Peace Dale 1936”): Laurence Breed Walker, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 5 (“Canopies fill the sky (6121261893)”): Georgia National Guard from United States, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Hidden Rhode Island Village - Wakefield, South Kingston, RI - Main Street Town Background Ambiance” by Northeast US Walks and Drives, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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Data for ZIP code 02879 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.