ZIP Code 36561: Orange Beach, Alabama
ZIP code 36561 covers part or all of Orange Beach in Baldwin County, Alabama. Its reference point is at latitude 30.281 and longitude -87.5815 (30°16'51.6"N 87°34'53.4"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 36561
36561 is the only ZIP code listed for Orange Beach, AL in our directory.
Across Baldwin County there are 26 ZIP codes listed, and Alabama has 872 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 36547 in Gulf Shores, AL, about 3.1 mi to the west.
| ZIP code | 36561 |
|---|---|
| City | Orange Beach |
| County | Baldwin County |
| State | Alabama (AL) |
| Latitude | 30.281 |
| Longitude | -87.5815 |
| DMS | 30°16'51.6"N 87°34'53.4"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 36547 (Gulf Shores, 3.1 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 36561
Map centered on 30.281, -87.5815. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Orange Beach, AL
ZIP Codes Near 36561
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 36561, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 36561, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Gulf Shores, AL (3.1 mi west), FPO, AP (5.4 mi north) and Elberta, AL (7.8 mi north). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Gulf Shores, AL – 3.1 mi west
- FPO, AP – 5.4 mi north
- Elberta, AL – 7.8 mi north
- Bon Secour, AL – 9.9 mi west
- Lillian, AL – 10 mi northeast
- Foley, AL – 10 mi northwest
- Magnolia Springs, AL – 14 mi northwest
- Summerdale, AL – 15 mi northwest
- Seminole, AL – 17 mi northeast
- Pensacola, FL – 17 mi east
Schools Near Orange Beach, AL
If you are moving to ZIP code 36561, check the school district serving Orange Beach and Baldwin County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Gulf Shores and FPO can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 36561.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Use the map above to explore green space around Orange Beach. Zoom out to look for larger parks and nature areas beyond the ZIP code 36561 area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Orange Beach, AL can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 36561 may also use facilities in nearby Gulf Shores, FPO and Elberta.
Shopping and Dining in Orange Beach
For places to eat and shop near Orange Beach, AL, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 36561.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Orange Beach, Alabama can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 36561.
To research local history, try searching for Baldwin County records and archives along with the name Orange Beach.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 36561, Gulf Shores lies about 3.1 mi to the west, FPO lies about 5.4 mi to the north, Elberta lies about 7.8 mi to the north, Bon Secour lies about 9.9 mi to the west and Lillian lies about 10 mi to the northeast. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Orange Beach show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 36561
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