ZIP Code 32653: Gainesville, Florida
ZIP code 32653 is assigned to Gainesville, Florida, and lies within Alachua County. Its reference point is at latitude 29.7728 and longitude -82.3782 (29°46'22.1"N 82°22'41.5"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 32653
Gainesville, FL has 18 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 32653, they include 32601, 32602, 32603, 32604, 32605, 32606, 32607, 32608 and 9 more.
Across Alachua County there are 32 ZIP codes listed, and Florida has 1,564 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 32658 in La Crosse, FL, about 4.3 mi to the northwest.
| ZIP code | 32653 |
|---|---|
| City | Gainesville |
| County | Alachua County |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| Latitude | 29.7728 |
| Longitude | -82.3782 |
| DMS | 29°46'22.1"N 82°22'41.5"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 32658 (La Crosse, 4.3 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 32653
Map centered on 29.7728, -82.3782. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
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ZIP Codes Near 32653
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 32653, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 32653, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are La Crosse, FL (4.3 mi northwest), Alachua, FL (6.3 mi northwest) and Evinston, FL (6.5 mi south). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- La Crosse, FL – 4.3 mi northwest
- Alachua, FL – 6.3 mi northwest
- Evinston, FL – 6.5 mi south
- Island Grove, FL – 6.5 mi south
- Lochloosa, FL – 6.5 mi south
Schools Near Gainesville, FL
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 32653 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Gainesville and Alachua County.
Searching nearby communities such as La Crosse and Alachua can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 32653.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Gainesville, FL are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 32653.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Gainesville, FL can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 32653 may also use facilities in nearby La Crosse, Alachua and Evinston.
Shopping and Dining in Gainesville
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 32653 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Gainesville, Florida can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 32653.
To research local history, try searching for Alachua County records and archives along with the name Gainesville.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 32653, La Crosse lies about 4.3 mi to the northwest, Alachua lies about 6.3 mi to the northwest, Evinston lies about 6.5 mi to the south, Island Grove lies about 6.5 mi to the south and Lochloosa lies about 6.5 mi to the south. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Gainesville show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 32653
Photo & Video Credits
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- Video: “Top 10 Best Things to Do in Gainesville, Florida - Travel Guide 2025” by DoTravel, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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