ZIP Code 95521: Arcata, California
Arcata, CA uses ZIP code 95521, which falls within Humboldt County, California. Its reference point is at latitude 40.8742 and longitude -124.0765 (40°52'27.1"N 124°04'35.4"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 95521
Arcata, CA has 2 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 95521, they include 95518.
Across Humboldt County there are 38 ZIP codes listed, and California has 2,792 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 95518 in Arcata, CA, about 0.6 mi to the southwest.
| ZIP code | 95521 |
|---|---|
| City | Arcata |
| County | Humboldt County |
| State | California (CA) |
| Latitude | 40.8742 |
| Longitude | -124.0765 |
| DMS | 40°52'27.1"N 124°04'35.4"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 95518 (Arcata, 0.6 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 95521
Map centered on 40.8742, -124.0765. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Arcata, CA
Video: Arcata, CA
Walking Arcata, California: Bayside to Downtown Pizza Tour (Humboldt County) 4K CINEMATIC — by Karen Lopez Chowdhury · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 95521
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 95521, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 95521, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Bayside, CA (3.5 mi south), Mckinleyville, CA (5.0 mi north) and Eureka, CA (7.0 mi southwest). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Bayside, CA – 3.5 mi south
- Mckinleyville, CA – 5.0 mi north
- Eureka, CA – 7.0 mi southwest
- Cutten, CA – 7.4 mi southwest
- Samoa, CA – 7.8 mi southwest
- Blue Lake, CA – 11 mi northeast
- Fields Landing, CA – 13 mi southwest
- Korbel, CA – 14 mi southeast
- Trinidad, CA – 15 mi north
- Loleta, CA – 17 mi southwest
Schools Near Arcata, CA
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 95521 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Arcata and Humboldt County.
Searching nearby communities such as Bayside and Mckinleyville can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 95521.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Arcata, CA are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 95521.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Arcata, CA can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 95521 may also use facilities in nearby Bayside, Mckinleyville and Eureka.
Shopping and Dining in Arcata
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 95521 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Arcata, California can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 95521.
To research local history, try searching for Humboldt County records and archives along with the name Arcata.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 95521, Bayside lies about 3.5 mi to the south, Mckinleyville lies about 5.0 mi to the north, Eureka lies about 7.0 mi to the southwest, Cutten lies about 7.4 mi to the southwest and Samoa lies about 7.8 mi to the southwest. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Arcata show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 95521
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Whaley House in Arcata California July 2007”): NoeHill, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Natural History Museum HSU Arcata CA”): Ellin Beltz, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Schorlig House in Arcata California July 2007”): NoeHill, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 4 (“Arcata CA Local Granite Minor Quarry”): Ellin Beltz, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Walking Arcata, California: Bayside to Downtown Pizza Tour (Humboldt County) 4K CINEMATIC” by Karen Lopez Chowdhury, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
Photos are shown from their original source under the licenses listed. They were taken near this ZIP code's reference point and may show neighboring areas.
Data for ZIP code 95521 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.