ZIP Code 51301: Spencer, Iowa
ZIP code 51301 is assigned to Spencer, Iowa, and lies within Clay County. Its reference point is at latitude 43.1451 and longitude -95.1457 (43°08'42.4"N 95°08'44.5"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 51301
51301 is the only ZIP code listed for Spencer, IA in our directory.
Across Clay County there are 9 ZIP codes listed, and Iowa has 1,104 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 51340 in Fostoria, IA, about 4.3 mi to the south.
| ZIP code | 51301 |
|---|---|
| City | Spencer |
| County | Clay County |
| State | Iowa (IA) |
| Latitude | 43.1451 |
| Longitude | -95.1457 |
| DMS | 43°08'42.4"N 95°08'44.5"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 51340 (Fostoria, 4.3 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 51301
Map centered on 43.1451, -95.1457. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
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ZIP Codes Near 51301
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 51301, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 51301, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Fostoria, IA (4.3 mi south), Dickens, IA (8.1 mi east) and Greenville, IA (8.9 mi southeast). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Fostoria, IA – 4.3 mi south
- Dickens, IA – 8.1 mi east
- Greenville, IA – 8.9 mi southeast
- Everly, IA – 9.0 mi west
- Royal, IA – 9.1 mi southwest
- Gillett Grove, IA – 10 mi southeast
- Milford, IA – 12 mi north
- Ruthven, IA – 13 mi east
- Terril, IA – 15 mi northeast
- Arnolds Park, IA – 15 mi north
Schools Near Spencer, IA
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 51301 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Spencer and Clay County.
Searching nearby communities such as Fostoria and Dickens can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 51301.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Spencer, IA are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 51301.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Spencer, IA can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 51301 may also use facilities in nearby Fostoria, Dickens and Greenville.
Shopping and Dining in Spencer
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 51301 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Spencer, Iowa can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 51301.
To research local history, try searching for Clay County records and archives along with the name Spencer.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 51301, Fostoria lies about 4.3 mi to the south, Dickens lies about 8.1 mi to the east, Greenville lies about 8.9 mi to the southeast, Everly lies about 9.0 mi to the west and Royal lies about 9.1 mi to the southwest. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Spencer show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 51301
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Greetings from Spencer, Iowa, Home of the Clay Cunty Fair - The World's Greatest County Fair - Large Letter Postcard (6…”): Steve Shook from Moscow, Idaho, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Flickr - jimf0390 - JimF 09-14-12 0075a”): Jim Frost from Sioux City, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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Data for ZIP code 51301 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.