ZIP Code 26161: Petroleum, West Virginia
ZIP code 26161 covers part or all of Petroleum in Ritchie County, West Virginia. Its reference point is at latitude 39.1741 and longitude -81.2406 (39°10'26.8"N 81°14'26.2"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 26161
26161 is the only ZIP code listed for Petroleum, WV in our directory.
Across Ritchie County there are 11 ZIP codes listed, and West Virginia has 1,004 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 26337 in Cairo, WV, about 6.1 mi to the northeast.
| ZIP code | 26161 |
|---|---|
| City | Petroleum |
| County | Ritchie County |
| State | West Virginia (WV) |
| Latitude | 39.1741 |
| Longitude | -81.2406 |
| DMS | 39°10'26.8"N 81°14'26.2"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 26337 (Cairo, 6.1 mi) |
All ZIP codes in Petroleum, WV · All West Virginia ZIP codes
Map of ZIP Code 26161
Map centered on 39.1741, -81.2406. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
ZIP Codes Near 26161
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 26161, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 26161, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Cairo, WV (6.1 mi northeast), Macfarlan, WV (7.3 mi southeast) and Walker, WV (7.8 mi west). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Cairo, WV – 6.1 mi northeast
- Macfarlan, WV – 7.3 mi southeast
- Walker, WV – 7.8 mi west
- Berea, WV – 9.3 mi east
- Mountain, WV – 9.3 mi east
- Brohard, WV – 10 mi south
- Harrisville, WV – 11 mi east
- Munday, WV – 12 mi southwest
- Elizabeth, WV – 12 mi southwest
- Smithville, WV – 12 mi southeast
Schools Near Petroleum, WV
If you are moving to ZIP code 26161, check the school district serving Petroleum and Ritchie County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
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Parks and Outdoor Recreation
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Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Petroleum, WV can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 26161 may also use facilities in nearby Cairo, Macfarlan and Walker.
Shopping and Dining in Petroleum
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Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Petroleum, West Virginia can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 26161.
To research local history, try searching for Ritchie County records and archives along with the name Petroleum.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 26161, Cairo lies about 6.1 mi to the northeast, Macfarlan lies about 7.3 mi to the southeast, Walker lies about 7.8 mi to the west, Berea lies about 9.3 mi to the east and Mountain lies about 9.3 mi to the east. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
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Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 26161
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