ZIP Code 20817: Bethesda, Maryland
ZIP code 20817 covers part or all of Bethesda in Montgomery County, Maryland. Its reference point is at latitude 38.9896 and longitude -77.1538 (38°59'22.6"N 77°09'13.7"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 20817
Bethesda, MD has 11 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 20817, they include 20810, 20811, 20813, 20814, 20816, 20824, 20827, 20889 and 2 more.
Across Montgomery County there are 72 ZIP codes listed, and Maryland has 644 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 20818 in Cabin John, MD, about 1.1 mi to the south.
| ZIP code | 20817 |
|---|---|
| City | Bethesda |
| County | Montgomery County |
| State | Maryland (MD) |
| Latitude | 38.9896 |
| Longitude | -77.1538 |
| DMS | 38°59'22.6"N 77°09'13.7"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 20818 (Cabin John, 1.1 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 20817
Map centered on 38.9896, -77.1538. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Bethesda, MD
Video: Bethesda, MD
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ZIP Codes Near 20817
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 20817, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 20817, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Cabin John, MD (1.1 mi south), Glen Echo, MD (1.5 mi south) and Chevy Chase, MD (3.9 mi east). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Cabin John, MD – 1.1 mi south
- Glen Echo, MD – 1.5 mi south
- Chevy Chase, MD – 3.9 mi east
- Potomac, MD – 4.0 mi northwest
- Mc Lean, VA – 4.0 mi south
- McLean, VA – 4.1 mi southwest
- Rockville, MD – 4.5 mi northeast
- Garrett Park, MD – 4.6 mi northeast
- Greenway, VA – 4.6 mi west
Schools Near Bethesda, MD
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 20817 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Bethesda and Montgomery County.
Searching nearby communities such as Cabin John and Glen Echo can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 20817.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Bethesda, MD are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 20817.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Bethesda, MD can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 20817 may also use facilities in nearby Cabin John, Glen Echo and Chevy Chase.
Shopping and Dining in Bethesda
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 20817 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Bethesda, Maryland can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 20817.
To research local history, try searching for Montgomery County records and archives along with the name Bethesda.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 20817, Cabin John lies about 1.1 mi to the south, Glen Echo lies about 1.5 mi to the south, Chevy Chase lies about 3.9 mi to the east, Potomac lies about 4.0 mi to the northwest and Mc Lean lies about 4.0 mi to the south. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Bethesda show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 20817
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Tobyburrower”): Soccerman1435, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Bethesda Maryland Downtown | 4K Walking Tour | USA” by Dunya-The world , embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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Data for ZIP code 20817 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.