A visual representation depicting postal code boundaries within the city of Boston, Massachusetts provides a geographical understanding of the city’s segmented areas. This cartographic tool overlays postal code designations onto a map of Boston, allowing users to identify the specific zone associated with any given location.
These maps are valuable for a variety of applications. Businesses utilize them for targeted marketing campaigns, logistical planning, and demographic analysis. Residents benefit from them for identifying neighborhood boundaries and understanding service area coverage. Historically, the development of these maps parallels the implementation and evolution of the United States Postal Service’s zoning system, reflecting changes in population density and urban development.