Explore Post Offices Across the United States — Instantly
Use this interactive USGS Post Offices Map to discover USPS locations across the country. Sourced from the official USGS National Map – Structures Database, this powerful web-based tool allows you to visualize, explore, and export the locations of post offices nationwide. Perfect for planners, researchers, developers, and everyday users alike.
What This Map Shows
The map features thousands of postal service facilities across all 50 states. These include:
- United States Postal Service (USPS) post offices
- Mail distribution centers
- Local and regional postal facilities
Every location is based on the most recent USGS Structures dataset and visualized on a clean, interactive map.
Explore post offices and postal service facilities across the United States from the USGS National Map Structures database.
Who This Map Is For
- Residents & travelers looking to find their nearest USPS location
- Developers & GIS analysts using structured data for applications and overlays
- Students & educators studying infrastructure and geography
- Journalists & researchers tracking postal distribution networks
- Public planners & local government staff assessing coverage gaps
Features & How to Use the Map
🗺️ Navigate to Popular U.S. Cities
Quickly jump to major urban regions like:
- New York
- Los Angeles
- Chicago
- Houston
- Phoenix
- Denver
- Seattle
- Continental U.S. overview
📍 Locate Post Offices Near You
Click the “Near me” button to zoom in to your current location and view nearby postal services. Your browser may request permission to access your location.
🖱️ Select Multiple Facilities
Click on any post office marker to select it. You can select multiple points — each selected point becomes eligible for download.
💾 Export the Data
After selecting one or more locations, download the data in the format of your choice:
- GeoJSON — For use in web maps and JavaScript applications
- KML — For import into Google Earth or Google My Maps
- GPX — For GPS devices and field navigation
All exports include accurate coordinates and identifying information, ready for further use.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: What facilities are included in this map?
A: The map includes USPS post offices and related facilities recorded in the USGS National Map Structures Database.
Q: Can I search by address or ZIP code?
A: No. This tool focuses on map navigation. Use the “Near me” button or jump to a major city for ease of use.
Q: Can I download more than one post office at a time?
A: Yes. Select multiple post offices by clicking on them and then use the export buttons to download in your preferred format.
Q: Why are the export buttons sometimes disabled?
A: These buttons become active only after you select at least one post office on the map.
Q: Is the location data real-time?
A: No, but it is based on the most current publicly available USGS dataset.
Q: Is my personal location saved when I use “Near me”?
A: No. Your location is used locally in your browser and is not stored or sent to any external service.
Q: I noticed a missing or outdated post office — can I update the data?
A: While this tool doesn’t support direct edits, you can submit updates or corrections through the USGS’s public feedback channels.
Q: Who built this tool?
A: This tool was built using Leaflet and the USGS Structures API. It’s designed for public access, transparency, and ease of use.
