ZIP Code 55001: Afton, Minnesota
ZIP code 55001 is assigned to Afton, Minnesota, and lies within Washington County. Its reference point is at latitude 44.8696 and longitude -92.8234 (44°52'10.6"N 92°49'24.2"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 55001
55001 is the only ZIP code listed for Afton, MN in our directory.
Across Washington County there are 18 ZIP codes listed, and Minnesota has 1,084 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 55129 in Saint Paul, MN, about 5.3 mi to the west.
| ZIP code | 55001 |
|---|---|
| City | Afton |
| County | Washington County |
| State | Minnesota (MN) |
| Latitude | 44.8696 |
| Longitude | -92.8234 |
| DMS | 44°52'10.6"N 92°49'24.2"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 55129 (Saint Paul, 5.3 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 55001
Map centered on 44.8696, -92.8234. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Afton, MN
Video: Afton, MN
Minnesota's OLDEST BED & BREAKFAST!!! - The Historic Afton House Inn! — by MattsRadShow · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 55001
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 55001, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 55001, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Saint Paul, MN (5.3 mi west), Lakeland, MN (5.4 mi northeast) and Cottage Grove, MN (6.3 mi southwest). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Saint Paul, MN – 5.3 mi west
- Lakeland, MN – 5.4 mi northeast
- Cottage Grove, MN – 6.3 mi southwest
- Saint Paul Park, MN – 8.4 mi west
- Newport, MN – 8.6 mi west
- Prescott, WI – 9.1 mi south
- Hudson, WI – 9.2 mi northeast
- River Falls, WI – 9.5 mi east
- Lake Elmo, MN – 9.5 mi northwest
- Bayport, MN – 11 mi north
Schools Near Afton, MN
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 55001 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Afton and Washington County.
Searching nearby communities such as Saint Paul and Lakeland can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 55001.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Afton, MN are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 55001.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Afton, MN can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 55001 may also use facilities in nearby Saint Paul, Lakeland and Cottage Grove.
Shopping and Dining in Afton
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 55001 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Afton, Minnesota can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 55001.
To research local history, try searching for Washington County records and archives along with the name Afton.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 55001, Saint Paul lies about 5.3 mi to the west, Lakeland lies about 5.4 mi to the northeast, Cottage Grove lies about 6.3 mi to the southwest, Saint Paul Park lies about 8.4 mi to the west and Newport lies about 8.6 mi to the west. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Afton show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 55001
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Afton State Park Beach”): McGhiever, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Afton State Park visitor center”): McGhiever, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Cushing Hotel”): McGhiever, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 4 (“Afton Historical Museum”): McGhiever, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 5 (“AftonStateParkStCroixRiver”): McGhiever, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Minnesota's OLDEST BED & BREAKFAST!!! - The Historic Afton House Inn!” by MattsRadShow, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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Data for ZIP code 55001 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.