ZIP Code 33862: Lake Placid, Florida
Lake Placid, FL uses ZIP code 33862, which falls within Highlands County, Florida. Its reference point is at latitude 27.2447 and longitude -81.2884 (27°14'40.9"N 81°17'18.2"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 33862
Lake Placid, FL has 2 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 33862, they include 33852.
Across Highlands County there are 11 ZIP codes listed, and Florida has 1,564 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 33852 in Lake Placid, FL, about 5.8 mi to the northwest.
| ZIP code | 33862 |
|---|---|
| City | Lake Placid |
| County | Highlands County |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| Latitude | 27.2447 |
| Longitude | -81.2884 |
| DMS | 27°14'40.9"N 81°17'18.2"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 33852 (Lake Placid, 5.8 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 33862
Map centered on 27.2447, -81.2884. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Lake Placid, FL
Video: Lake Placid, FL
Rural Lake Placid, Florida: Discovering The Charm — by TIM J MEANS BUSINESS · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 33862
These 11 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 33862, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 33862, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Avon Park, FL (6.9 mi north), Venus, FL (11 mi southwest) and Lorida, FL (13 mi northeast). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Avon Park, FL – 6.9 mi north
- Venus, FL – 11 mi southwest
- Lorida, FL – 13 mi northeast
- Sebring, FL – 13 mi north
- Palmdale, FL – 21 mi south
- Okeechobee, FL – 24 mi northeast
Schools Near Lake Placid, FL
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 33862 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Lake Placid and Highlands County.
Searching nearby communities such as Avon Park and Venus can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 33862.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Lake Placid, FL are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 33862.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Lake Placid, FL can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 33862 may also use facilities in nearby Avon Park, Venus and Lorida.
Shopping and Dining in Lake Placid
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 33862 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Lake Placid, Florida can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 33862.
To research local history, try searching for Highlands County records and archives along with the name Lake Placid.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 33862, Avon Park lies about 6.9 mi to the north, Venus lies about 11 mi to the southwest, Lorida lies about 13 mi to the northeast, Sebring lies about 13 mi to the north and Palmdale lies about 21 mi to the south. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Lake Placid show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 33862
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Cryptopone gilva casent0103829 head 1”): April Nobile, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Cryptopone gilva casent0103829 profile 1”): April Nobile, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Cryptopone gilva casent0103829 label 1”): April Nobile, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 4 (“Brachiacantha dentipes”): Zygy, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 5 (“Eriophora ravilla 254261974”): Sterling Herron, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Rural Lake Placid, Florida: Discovering The Charm” by TIM J MEANS BUSINESS, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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Data for ZIP code 33862 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.