ZIP Code 50228: Prairie City, Iowa
ZIP code 50228 is assigned to Prairie City, Iowa, and lies within Jasper County. Its reference point is at latitude 41.5854 and longitude -93.241 (41°35'07.4"N 93°14'27.6"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 50228
50228 is the only ZIP code listed for Prairie City, IA in our directory.
Across Jasper County there are 12 ZIP codes listed, and Iowa has 1,104 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 50054 in Colfax, IA, about 6.5 mi to the north.
| ZIP code | 50228 |
|---|---|
| City | Prairie City |
| County | Jasper County |
| State | Iowa (IA) |
| Latitude | 41.5854 |
| Longitude | -93.241 |
| DMS | 41°35'07.4"N 93°14'27.6"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 50054 (Colfax, 6.5 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 50228
Map centered on 41.5854, -93.241. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Prairie City, IA
ZIP Codes Near 50228
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 50228, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 50228, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Colfax, IA (6.5 mi north), Mitchellville, IA (8.5 mi northwest) and Swan, IA (9.0 mi south). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Colfax, IA – 6.5 mi north
- Mitchellville, IA – 8.5 mi northwest
- Swan, IA – 9.0 mi south
- Monroe, IA – 9.4 mi east
- Runnells, IA – 9.6 mi west
- Reasnor, IA – 11 mi east
- Hartford, IA – 12 mi southwest
- Des Moines, IA – 13 mi west
- Altoona, IA – 13 mi west
- Newton, IA – 13 mi northeast
Schools Near Prairie City, IA
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 50228 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Prairie City and Jasper County.
Searching nearby communities such as Colfax and Mitchellville can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 50228.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Prairie City, IA are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 50228.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Prairie City, IA can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 50228 may also use facilities in nearby Colfax, Mitchellville and Swan.
Shopping and Dining in Prairie City
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 50228 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Prairie City, Iowa can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 50228.
To research local history, try searching for Jasper County records and archives along with the name Prairie City.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 50228, Colfax lies about 6.5 mi to the north, Mitchellville lies about 8.5 mi to the northwest, Swan lies about 9.0 mi to the south, Monroe lies about 9.4 mi to the east and Runnells lies about 9.6 mi to the west. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Prairie City show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 50228
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Prairie Lily (7369484196)”): USFWSmidwest, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Smith's Longspur (17452444818)”): USFWSmidwest, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.
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Data for ZIP code 50228 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.