ZIP Code 56518: Bluffton, Minnesota
ZIP code 56518 covers part or all of Bluffton in Otter Tail County, Minnesota. Its reference point is at latitude 46.4918 and longitude -95.2236 (46°29'30.5"N 95°13'25.0"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 56518
56518 is the only ZIP code listed for Bluffton, MN in our directory.
Across Otter Tail County there are 20 ZIP codes listed, and Minnesota has 1,084 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 56482 in Wadena, MN, about 5.8 mi to the southeast.
| ZIP code | 56518 |
|---|---|
| City | Bluffton |
| County | Otter Tail County |
| State | Minnesota (MN) |
| Latitude | 46.4918 |
| Longitude | -95.2236 |
| DMS | 46°29'30.5"N 95°13'25.0"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 56482 (Wadena, 5.8 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 56518
Map centered on 46.4918, -95.2236. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Bluffton, MN
ZIP Codes Near 56518
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 56518, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 56518, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Wadena, MN (5.8 mi southeast), Deer Creek, MN (5.9 mi south) and New York Mills, MN (9.7 mi northwest). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Wadena, MN – 5.8 mi southeast
- Deer Creek, MN – 5.9 mi south
- New York Mills, MN – 9.7 mi northwest
- Sebeka, MN – 12 mi northeast
- Verndale, MN – 12 mi east
- Henning, MN – 14 mi southwest
- Hewitt, MN – 14 mi southeast
- Aldrich, MN – 16 mi southeast
- Ottertail, MN – 16 mi west
- Nimrod, MN – 17 mi northeast
Schools Near Bluffton, MN
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 56518 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Bluffton and Otter Tail County.
Searching nearby communities such as Wadena and Deer Creek can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 56518.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Bluffton, MN are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 56518.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Bluffton, MN can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 56518 may also use facilities in nearby Wadena, Deer Creek and New York Mills.
Shopping and Dining in Bluffton
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 56518 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Bluffton, Minnesota can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 56518.
To research local history, try searching for Otter Tail County records and archives along with the name Bluffton.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 56518, Wadena lies about 5.8 mi to the southeast, Deer Creek lies about 5.9 mi to the south, New York Mills lies about 9.7 mi to the northwest, Sebeka lies about 12 mi to the northeast and Verndale lies about 12 mi to the east. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Bluffton show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 56518
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Wadena Depot”): McGhiever, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Commercial Hotel Wadena”): McGhiever, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Peterson-Biddick Seed & Feed Company”): McGhiever, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 4 (“Wadena Fire & City Hall”): McGhiever, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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Data for ZIP code 56518 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.