ZIP Code 61281: Sherrard, Illinois
ZIP code 61281 is assigned to Sherrard, Illinois, and lies within Mercer County. Its reference point is at latitude 41.3027 and longitude -90.4939 (41°18'09.7"N 90°29'38.0"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 61281
61281 is the only ZIP code listed for Sherrard, IL in our directory.
Across Mercer County there are 12 ZIP codes listed, and Illinois has 1,645 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 61276 in Preemption, IL, about 4.8 mi to the west.
| ZIP code | 61281 |
|---|---|
| City | Sherrard |
| County | Mercer County |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| Latitude | 41.3027 |
| Longitude | -90.4939 |
| DMS | 41°18'09.7"N 90°29'38.0"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 61276 (Preemption, 4.8 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 61281
Map centered on 41.3027, -90.4939. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
ZIP Codes Near 61281
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 61281, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 61281, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Preemption, IL (4.8 mi west), Opheim, IL (6.3 mi southeast) and Matherville, IL (6.8 mi southwest). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Preemption, IL – 4.8 mi west
- Opheim, IL – 6.3 mi southeast
- Matherville, IL – 6.8 mi southwest
- Orion, IL – 7.0 mi northeast
- New Windsor, IL – 7.4 mi south
- Reynolds, IL – 7.7 mi west
- Lynn Center, IL – 8.5 mi east
- Viola, IL – 8.7 mi southwest
- Coal Valley, IL – 9.3 mi north
- Milan, IL – 9.5 mi northwest
Schools Near Sherrard, IL
If you are moving to ZIP code 61281, check the school district serving Sherrard and Mercer County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
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Parks and Outdoor Recreation
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Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Sherrard, IL can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 61281 may also use facilities in nearby Preemption, Opheim and Matherville.
Shopping and Dining in Sherrard
For places to eat and shop near Sherrard, IL, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 61281.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Sherrard, Illinois can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 61281.
To research local history, try searching for Mercer County records and archives along with the name Sherrard.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 61281, Preemption lies about 4.8 mi to the west, Opheim lies about 6.3 mi to the southeast, Matherville lies about 6.8 mi to the southwest, Orion lies about 7.0 mi to the northeast and New Windsor lies about 7.4 mi to the south. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Sherrard show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 61281
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