ZIP Code 55731: Ely, Minnesota
Ely, MN uses ZIP code 55731, which falls within St. Louis County, Minnesota. Its reference point is at latitude 47.9034 and longitude -91.857 (47°54'12.2"N 91°51'25.2"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 55731
55731 is the only ZIP code listed for Ely, MN in our directory.
Across St. Louis County there are 54 ZIP codes listed, and Minnesota has 1,084 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 55706 in Babbitt, MN, about 14 mi to the south.
| ZIP code | 55731 |
|---|---|
| City | Ely |
| County | St. Louis County |
| State | Minnesota (MN) |
| Latitude | 47.9034 |
| Longitude | -91.857 |
| DMS | 47°54'12.2"N 91°51'25.2"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 55706 (Babbitt, 14 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 55731
Map centered on 47.9034, -91.857. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
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ZIP Codes Near 55731
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 55731, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 55731, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Babbitt, MN (14 mi south), Soudan, MN (19 mi west) and Tower, MN (21 mi west). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Babbitt, MN – 14 mi south
- Soudan, MN – 19 mi west
- Tower, MN – 21 mi west
- Winton, MN – 23 mi southwest
- Embarrass, MN – 23 mi southwest
- Isabella, MN – 24 mi southeast
- Hoyt Lakes, MN – 30 mi southwest
- Adolph, MN – 33 mi southwest
- Hibbing, MN – 33 mi southwest
- Virginia, MN – 33 mi southwest
Schools Near Ely, MN
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 55731 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Ely and St. Louis County.
Searching nearby communities such as Babbitt and Soudan can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 55731.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Ely, MN are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 55731.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Ely, MN can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 55731 may also use facilities in nearby Babbitt, Soudan and Tower.
Shopping and Dining in Ely
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 55731 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Ely, Minnesota can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 55731.
To research local history, try searching for St. Louis County records and archives along with the name Ely.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 55731, Babbitt lies about 14 mi to the south, Soudan lies about 19 mi to the west, Tower lies about 21 mi to the west, Winton lies about 23 mi to the southwest and Embarrass lies about 23 mi to the southwest. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Ely show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 55731
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Shagawa Lake, Ely MN in July 2006 - panoramio”): Michael A. Orlando, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Greetings from Ely, Minnesota - Large Letter Postcard (6002227591)”): Steve Shook from Moscow, Idaho, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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Data for ZIP code 55731 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.