ZIP Code 50261: Van Meter, Iowa
ZIP code 50261 is assigned to Van Meter, Iowa, and lies within Dallas County. Its reference point is at latitude 41.4699 and longitude -93.9207 (41°28'11.6"N 93°55'14.5"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 50261
50261 is the only ZIP code listed for Van Meter, IA in our directory.
Across Dallas County there are 15 ZIP codes listed, and Iowa has 1,104 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 50069 in De Soto, IA, about 6.7 mi to the northwest.
| ZIP code | 50261 |
|---|---|
| City | Van Meter |
| County | Dallas County |
| State | Iowa (IA) |
| Latitude | 41.4699 |
| Longitude | -93.9207 |
| DMS | 41°28'11.6"N 93°55'14.5"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 50069 (De Soto, 6.7 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 50261
Map centered on 41.4699, -93.9207. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
ZIP Codes Near 50261
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 50261, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 50261, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are De Soto, IA (6.7 mi northwest), Patterson, IA (8.6 mi south) and Cumming, IA (8.7 mi east). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- De Soto, IA – 6.7 mi northwest
- Patterson, IA – 8.6 mi south
- Cumming, IA – 8.7 mi east
- Waukee, IA – 9.1 mi north
- West Des Moines, IA – 9.3 mi northeast
- Bevington, IA – 9.9 mi southeast
- Winterset, IA – 10 mi southwest
- Earlham, IA – 11 mi west
- Martensdale, IA – 11 mi southeast
- Booneville, IA – 11 mi north
Schools Near Van Meter, IA
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 50261 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Van Meter and Dallas County.
Searching nearby communities such as De Soto and Patterson can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 50261.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Van Meter, IA are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 50261.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Van Meter, IA can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 50261 may also use facilities in nearby De Soto, Patterson and Cumming.
Shopping and Dining in Van Meter
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 50261 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Van Meter, Iowa can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 50261.
To research local history, try searching for Dallas County records and archives along with the name Van Meter.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 50261, De Soto lies about 6.7 mi to the northwest, Patterson lies about 8.6 mi to the south, Cumming lies about 8.7 mi to the east, Waukee lies about 9.1 mi to the north and West Des Moines lies about 9.3 mi to the northeast. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Van Meter show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 50261
Data for ZIP code 50261 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.