ZIP Code 50862: Sharpsburg, Iowa
ZIP code 50862 is assigned to Sharpsburg, Iowa, and lies within Taylor County. Its reference point is at latitude 40.795 and longitude -94.6416 (40°47'42.0"N 94°38'29.8"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 50862
50862 is the only ZIP code listed for Sharpsburg, IA in our directory.
Across Taylor County there are 7 ZIP codes listed, and Iowa has 1,104 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 50848 in Gravity, IA, about 5.7 mi to the west.
| ZIP code | 50862 |
|---|---|
| City | Sharpsburg |
| County | Taylor County |
| State | Iowa (IA) |
| Latitude | 40.795 |
| Longitude | -94.6416 |
| DMS | 40°47'42.0"N 94°38'29.8"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 50848 (Gravity, 5.7 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 50862
Map centered on 40.795, -94.6416. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
ZIP Codes Near 50862
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 50862, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 50862, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Gravity, IA (5.7 mi west), Lenox, IA (7.5 mi northeast) and Clearfield, IA (7.7 mi east). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Gravity, IA – 5.7 mi west
- Lenox, IA – 7.5 mi northeast
- Clearfield, IA – 7.7 mi east
- Bedford, IA – 10.0 mi southwest
- New Market, IA – 14 mi west
- Blockton, IA – 14 mi southeast
- Corning, IA – 14 mi north
- Maloy, IA – 15 mi southeast
- Diagonal, IA – 15 mi east
- Benton, IA – 15 mi southeast
Schools Near Sharpsburg, IA
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 50862 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Sharpsburg and Taylor County.
Searching nearby communities such as Gravity and Lenox can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 50862.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Sharpsburg, IA are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 50862.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Sharpsburg, IA can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 50862 may also use facilities in nearby Gravity, Lenox and Clearfield.
Shopping and Dining in Sharpsburg
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 50862 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Sharpsburg, Iowa can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 50862.
To research local history, try searching for Taylor County records and archives along with the name Sharpsburg.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 50862, Gravity lies about 5.7 mi to the west, Lenox lies about 7.5 mi to the northeast, Clearfield lies about 7.7 mi to the east, Bedford lies about 10.0 mi to the southwest and New Market lies about 14 mi to the west. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Sharpsburg show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 50862
Data for ZIP code 50862 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.