ZIP Code 61555: Pekin, Illinois
Pekin, IL uses ZIP code 61555, which falls within Tazewell County, Illinois. Its reference point is at latitude 40.5607 and longitude -89.6502 (40°33'38.5"N 89°39'00.7"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 61555
Pekin, IL has 3 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 61555, they include 61554, 61558.
Across Tazewell County there are 17 ZIP codes listed, and Illinois has 1,645 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 61554 in Pekin, IL, about 1.4 mi to the east.
| ZIP code | 61555 |
|---|---|
| City | Pekin |
| County | Tazewell County |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| Latitude | 40.5607 |
| Longitude | -89.6502 |
| DMS | 40°33'38.5"N 89°39'00.7"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 61554 (Pekin, 1.4 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 61555
Map centered on 40.5607, -89.6502. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Pekin, IL
Video: Pekin, IL
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ZIP Codes Near 61555
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 61555, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 61555, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are South Pekin, IL (4.6 mi south), Mapleton, IL (5.0 mi northwest) and Peoria, IL (5.4 mi northwest). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- South Pekin, IL – 4.6 mi south
- Mapleton, IL – 5.0 mi northwest
- Peoria, IL – 5.4 mi northwest
- Groveland, IL – 5.6 mi northeast
- Kingston Mines, IL – 6.2 mi west
- Creve Coeur, IL – 6.3 mi northeast
- Glasford, IL – 8.5 mi west
- East Peoria, IL – 9.3 mi northeast
Schools Near Pekin, IL
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 61555 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Pekin and Tazewell County.
Searching nearby communities such as South Pekin and Mapleton can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 61555.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Pekin, IL are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 61555.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Pekin, IL can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 61555 may also use facilities in nearby South Pekin, Mapleton and Peoria.
Shopping and Dining in Pekin
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 61555 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Pekin, Illinois can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 61555.
To research local history, try searching for Tazewell County records and archives along with the name Pekin.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 61555, South Pekin lies about 4.6 mi to the south, Mapleton lies about 5.0 mi to the northwest, Peoria lies about 5.4 mi to the northwest, Groveland lies about 5.6 mi to the northeast and Kingston Mines lies about 6.2 mi to the west. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Pekin show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 61555
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Greetings from Pekin, Illinois - Large Letter Postcard (7850188884)”): Steve Shook from Moscow, Idaho, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Driving Around Downtown Pekin, IL in 4k Video” by Explore USA Cities, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
Photos are shown from their original source under the licenses listed. They were taken near this ZIP code's reference point and may show neighboring areas.
Data for ZIP code 61555 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.