ZIP Code 44001: Amherst, Ohio
Amherst, OH uses ZIP code 44001, which falls within Lorain County, Ohio. Its reference point is at latitude 41.3617 and longitude -82.2538 (41°21'42.1"N 82°15'13.7"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 44001
44001 is the only ZIP code listed for Amherst, OH in our directory.
Across Lorain County there are 16 ZIP codes listed, and Ohio has 1,487 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 44074 in Oberlin, OH, about 5.2 mi to the south.
| ZIP code | 44001 |
|---|---|
| City | Amherst |
| County | Lorain County |
| State | Ohio (OH) |
| Latitude | 41.3617 |
| Longitude | -82.2538 |
| DMS | 41°21'42.1"N 82°15'13.7"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 44074 (Oberlin, 5.2 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 44001
Map centered on 41.3617, -82.2538. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
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ZIP Codes Near 44001
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 44001, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 44001, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Oberlin, OH (5.2 mi south), Lorain, OH (5.5 mi northeast) and Birmingham, OH (5.6 mi west). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Oberlin, OH – 5.2 mi south
- Lorain, OH – 5.5 mi northeast
- Birmingham, OH – 5.6 mi west
- Vermilion, OH – 6.2 mi northwest
- Kipton, OH – 7.1 mi southwest
- Elyria, OH – 7.7 mi east
- Wakeman, OH – 9.4 mi southwest
- Lagrange, OH – 11 mi southeast
- Sheffield Lake, OH – 12 mi northeast
- Berlin Heights, OH – 12 mi west
Schools Near Amherst, OH
If you are moving to ZIP code 44001, check the school district serving Amherst and Lorain County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Oberlin and Lorain can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 44001.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
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Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Amherst, OH can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 44001 may also use facilities in nearby Oberlin, Lorain and Birmingham.
Shopping and Dining in Amherst
For places to eat and shop near Amherst, OH, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 44001.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Amherst, Ohio can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 44001.
To research local history, try searching for Lorain County records and archives along with the name Amherst.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 44001, Oberlin lies about 5.2 mi to the south, Lorain lies about 5.5 mi to the northeast, Birmingham lies about 5.6 mi to the west, Vermilion lies about 6.2 mi to the northwest and Kipton lies about 7.1 mi to the southwest. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Amherst show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 44001
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Somatochlora linearis 49475002”): monicap273, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Amherst Quarry - Exploring Ohio by Drone” by Diogee Studios, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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