ZIP Code 51531: Elk Horn, Iowa
Elk Horn, IA uses ZIP code 51531, which falls within Shelby County, Iowa. Its reference point is at latitude 41.5829 and longitude -95.07 (41°34'58.4"N 95°04'12.0"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 51531
51531 is the only ZIP code listed for Elk Horn, IA in our directory.
Across Shelby County there are 10 ZIP codes listed, and Iowa has 1,104 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 51543 in Kimballton, IA, about 3.7 mi to the north.
| ZIP code | 51531 |
|---|---|
| City | Elk Horn |
| County | Shelby County |
| State | Iowa (IA) |
| Latitude | 41.5829 |
| Longitude | -95.07 |
| DMS | 41°34'58.4"N 95°04'12.0"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 51543 (Kimballton, 3.7 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 51531
Map centered on 41.5829, -95.07. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
ZIP Codes Near 51531
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 51531, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 51531, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Kimballton, IA (3.7 mi north), Brayton, IA (5.4 mi southeast) and Marne, IA (9.0 mi south). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Kimballton, IA – 3.7 mi north
- Brayton, IA – 5.4 mi southeast
- Marne, IA – 9.0 mi south
- Hamlin, IA – 9.2 mi northeast
- Exira, IA – 11 mi east
- Walnut, IA – 11 mi southwest
- Audubon, IA – 13 mi northeast
- Atlantic, IA – 13 mi south
- Harlan, IA – 13 mi west
- Kirkman, IA – 14 mi northwest
Schools Near Elk Horn, IA
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Parks and Outdoor Recreation
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Hospitals and Healthcare
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Residents of ZIP code 51531 may also use facilities in nearby Kimballton, Brayton and Marne.
Shopping and Dining in Elk Horn
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Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Elk Horn, Iowa can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 51531.
To research local history, try searching for Shelby County records and archives along with the name Elk Horn.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 51531, Kimballton lies about 3.7 mi to the north, Brayton lies about 5.4 mi to the southeast, Marne lies about 9.0 mi to the south, Hamlin lies about 9.2 mi to the northeast and Exira lies about 11 mi to the east. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
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Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 51531
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