ZIP Code 36801: Opelika, Alabama
ZIP code 36801 is assigned to Opelika, Alabama, and lies within Lee County. Its reference point is at latitude 32.6211 and longitude -85.3929 (32°37'16.0"N 85°23'34.4"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 36801
Opelika, AL has 4 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 36801, they include 36802, 36803, 36804.
Across Lee County there are 13 ZIP codes listed, and Alabama has 872 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 36802 in Opelika, AL, about 3.9 mi to the southeast.
| ZIP code | 36801 |
|---|---|
| City | Opelika |
| County | Lee County |
| State | Alabama (AL) |
| Latitude | 32.6211 |
| Longitude | -85.3929 |
| DMS | 32°37'16.0"N 85°23'34.4"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 36802 (Opelika, 3.9 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 36801
Map centered on 32.6211, -85.3929. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Opelika, AL
Video: Opelika, AL
Walking Tour Of Downtown Opelika #Alabama ❤️ — by SOUTHERN LIFE · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 36801
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 36801, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 36801, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Auburn, AL (3.9 mi southeast), Loachapoka, AL (3.9 mi southeast) and Valley, AL (3.9 mi southeast). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Auburn, AL – 3.9 mi southeast
- Loachapoka, AL – 3.9 mi southeast
- Valley, AL – 3.9 mi southeast
- Auburn University, AL – 5.6 mi west
- Waverly, AL – 12 mi northwest
- Salem, AL – 12 mi east
- Cusseta, AL – 13 mi northeast
- Notasulga, AL – 18 mi west
- Smiths, AL – 18 mi east
Schools Near Opelika, AL
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 36801 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Opelika and Lee County.
Searching nearby communities such as Auburn and Loachapoka can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 36801.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Opelika, AL are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 36801.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Opelika, AL can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 36801 may also use facilities in nearby Auburn, Loachapoka and Valley.
Shopping and Dining in Opelika
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 36801 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Opelika, Alabama can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 36801.
To research local history, try searching for Lee County records and archives along with the name Opelika.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 36801, Auburn lies about 3.9 mi to the southeast, Loachapoka lies about 3.9 mi to the southeast, Valley lies about 3.9 mi to the southeast, Auburn University lies about 5.6 mi to the west and Waverly lies about 12 mi to the northwest. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Opelika show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 36801
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Opelika, Alabama - downtown”): Lissoy at English Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Ben Nowland”): Jennifer Snyder, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Walking Tour Of Downtown Opelika #Alabama ❤️” by SOUTHERN LIFE, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
Photos are shown from their original source under the licenses listed. They were taken near this ZIP code's reference point and may show neighboring areas.
Data for ZIP code 36801 comes from a public U.S. postal code dataset and is provided for general reference. Always confirm mailing details with the U.S. Postal Service.