ZIP Code 50012: Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA uses ZIP code 50012, which falls within Story County, Iowa. Its reference point is at latitude 42.0236 and longitude -93.6485 (42°01'25.0"N 93°38'54.6"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 50012
Ames, IA has 5 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 50012, they include 50010, 50011, 50013, 50014.
Across Story County there are 18 ZIP codes listed, and Iowa has 1,104 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 50013 in Ames, IA, about 0.4 mi to the east.
| ZIP code | 50012 |
|---|---|
| City | Ames |
| County | Story County |
| State | Iowa (IA) |
| Latitude | 42.0236 |
| Longitude | -93.6485 |
| DMS | 42°01'25.0"N 93°38'54.6"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 50013 (Ames, 0.4 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 50012
Map centered on 42.0236, -93.6485. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
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ZIP Codes Near 50012
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 50012, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 50012, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Kelley, IA (5.2 mi south), Gilbert, IA (6.3 mi north) and Huxley, IA (8.9 mi south). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Kelley, IA – 5.2 mi south
- Gilbert, IA – 6.3 mi north
- Huxley, IA – 8.9 mi south
- Slater, IA – 10 mi south
- Cambridge, IA – 10 mi southeast
- Nevada, IA – 10 mi east
- Luther, IA – 11 mi southwest
- Story City, IA – 11 mi north
- Sheldahl, IA – 12 mi south
- Roland, IA – 12 mi northeast
Schools Near Ames, IA
If you are moving to ZIP code 50012, check the school district serving Ames and Story County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Kelley and Gilbert can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 50012.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Use the map above to explore green space around Ames. Zoom out to look for larger parks and nature areas beyond the ZIP code 50012 area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Ames, IA can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 50012 may also use facilities in nearby Kelley, Gilbert and Huxley.
Shopping and Dining in Ames
For places to eat and shop near Ames, IA, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 50012.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Ames, Iowa can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 50012.
To research local history, try searching for Story County records and archives along with the name Ames.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 50012, Kelley lies about 5.2 mi to the south, Gilbert lies about 6.3 mi to the north, Huxley lies about 8.9 mi to the south, Slater lies about 10 mi to the south and Cambridge lies about 10 mi to the southeast. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Ames show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 50012
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Campus of Iowa State University 93”): Dirk DBQ, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“William Miller Beardshear”): Special Collections & University Archives (ISU), Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Ames, IA Walk: Wandering Walks of Wonder Slow TV Walking Tour 4K” by WanderingWalksofWonder, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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Data for ZIP code 50012 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.