ZIP Code 62881: Salem, Illinois
Salem, IL uses ZIP code 62881, which falls within Marion County, Illinois. Its reference point is at latitude 38.6264 and longitude -88.9481 (38°37'35.0"N 88°56'53.2"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 62881
62881 is the only ZIP code listed for Salem, IL in our directory.
Across Marion County there are 11 ZIP codes listed, and Illinois has 1,645 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 62870 in Odin, IL, about 5.9 mi to the west.
| ZIP code | 62881 |
|---|---|
| City | Salem |
| County | Marion County |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| Latitude | 38.6264 |
| Longitude | -88.9481 |
| DMS | 38°37'35.0"N 88°56'53.2"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 62870 (Odin, 5.9 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 62881
Map centered on 38.6264, -88.9481. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
ZIP Codes Near 62881
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 62881, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 62881, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Odin, IL (5.9 mi west), Alma, IL (6.9 mi north) and Kell, IL (8.0 mi south). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Odin, IL – 5.9 mi west
- Alma, IL – 6.9 mi north
- Kell, IL – 8.0 mi south
- Sandoval, IL – 9.0 mi west
- Iuka, IL – 9.7 mi east
- Kinmundy, IL – 12 mi northeast
- Patoka, IL – 12 mi northwest
- Walnut Hill, IL – 12 mi southwest
- Centralia, IL – 12 mi southwest
- Dix, IL – 13 mi south
Schools Near Salem, IL
If you are moving to ZIP code 62881, check the school district serving Salem and Marion County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Odin and Alma can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 62881.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
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Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Salem, IL can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 62881 may also use facilities in nearby Odin, Alma and Kell.
Shopping and Dining in Salem
For places to eat and shop near Salem, IL, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 62881.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Salem, Illinois can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 62881.
To research local history, try searching for Marion County records and archives along with the name Salem.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 62881, Odin lies about 5.9 mi to the west, Alma lies about 6.9 mi to the north, Kell lies about 8.0 mi to the south, Sandoval lies about 9.0 mi to the west and Iuka lies about 9.7 mi to the east. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Salem show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 62881
Data for ZIP code 62881 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.