ZIP Code 42701: Elizabethtown, Kentucky
ZIP code 42701 is assigned to Elizabethtown, Kentucky, and lies within Hardin County. Its reference point is at latitude 37.6848 and longitude -85.8784 (37°41'05.3"N 85°52'42.2"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 42701
Elizabethtown, KY has 2 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 42701, they include 42702.
Across Hardin County there are 15 ZIP codes listed, and Kentucky has 1,160 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 42740 in Glendale, KY, about 5.7 mi to the south.
| ZIP code | 42701 |
|---|---|
| City | Elizabethtown |
| County | Hardin County |
| State | Kentucky (KY) |
| Latitude | 37.6848 |
| Longitude | -85.8784 |
| DMS | 37°41'05.3"N 85°52'42.2"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 42740 (Glendale, 5.7 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 42701
Map centered on 37.6848, -85.8784. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
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ZIP Codes Near 42701
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 42701, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 42701, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Glendale, KY (5.7 mi south), Radcliff, KY (6.0 mi northwest) and Rineyville, KY (7.9 mi northwest). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Glendale, KY – 5.7 mi south
- Radcliff, KY – 6.0 mi northwest
- Rineyville, KY – 7.9 mi northwest
- Stephensburg, KY – 8.6 mi southwest
- Cecilia, KY – 9.7 mi west
- Hodgenville, KY – 11 mi southeast
- Sonora, KY – 12 mi south
- Eastview, KY – 13 mi southwest
- White Mills, KY – 13 mi southwest
- Vine Grove, KY – 14 mi northwest
Schools Near Elizabethtown, KY
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 42701 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Elizabethtown and Hardin County.
Searching nearby communities such as Glendale and Radcliff can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 42701.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Elizabethtown, KY are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 42701.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Elizabethtown, KY can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 42701 may also use facilities in nearby Glendale, Radcliff and Rineyville.
Shopping and Dining in Elizabethtown
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 42701 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Elizabethtown, Kentucky can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 42701.
To research local history, try searching for Hardin County records and archives along with the name Elizabethtown.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 42701, Glendale lies about 5.7 mi to the south, Radcliff lies about 6.0 mi to the northwest, Rineyville lies about 7.9 mi to the northwest, Stephensburg lies about 8.6 mi to the southwest and Cecilia lies about 9.7 mi to the west. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Elizabethtown show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 42701
Photo & Video Credits
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- Video: “10 Best Things to Do in Elizabethtown, Kentucky!” by Jillu Travel, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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