Instant Alert: Why ZIP codes have 5 numbers — and what they each mean

MANAGE SUBSCRIPTIONS   |   UNSUBSCRIBE   |   VIEW ONLINE   Why ZIP codes have 5 numbers — and what they each mean by Uma Sharma and Lamar Salter on Aug 30, 2017, 1:14 PM You probably know your ZIP code by heart but do you know what it stands for? It turns out that the five or so digits point to some pretty specific information about you and where you live in the US.  Follow Tech Insider: On Facebook   Share the latest business news with your network:    Email sent to:   |   Manage your email preferences   |   Unsubscribe Terms of Service   |   Privacy Policy Business Insider. 150 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10011