ZIP Code 62896: West Frankfort, Illinois
ZIP code 62896 is assigned to West Frankfort, Illinois, and lies within Franklin County. Its reference point is at latitude 37.8979 and longitude -88.9307 (37°53'52.4"N 88°55'50.5"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 62896
62896 is the only ZIP code listed for West Frankfort, IL in our directory.
Across Franklin County there are 17 ZIP codes listed, and Illinois has 1,645 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 62874 in Orient, IL, about 2.9 mi to the northwest.
| ZIP code | 62896 |
|---|---|
| City | West Frankfort |
| County | Franklin County |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| Latitude | 37.8979 |
| Longitude | -88.9307 |
| DMS | 37°53'52.4"N 88°55'50.5"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 62874 (Orient, 2.9 mi) |
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Map of ZIP Code 62896
Map centered on 37.8979, -88.9307. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
ZIP Codes Near 62896
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 62896, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 62896, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Orient, IL (2.9 mi northwest), Johnston City, IL (5.1 mi south) and Zeigler, IL (6.6 mi west). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Orient, IL – 2.9 mi northwest
- Johnston City, IL – 5.1 mi south
- Zeigler, IL – 6.6 mi west
- Akin, IL – 6.7 mi north
- Frankfort Heights, IL – 6.7 mi north
- Logan, IL – 6.7 mi north
- Benton, IL – 7.1 mi north
- Buckner, IL – 7.3 mi northwest
- Freeman Spur, IL – 7.8 mi southwest
- Herrin, IL – 8.3 mi southwest
Schools Near West Frankfort, IL
If you are moving to ZIP code 62896, check the school district serving West Frankfort and Franklin 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
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Residents of ZIP code 62896 may also use facilities in nearby Orient, Johnston City and Zeigler.
Shopping and Dining in West Frankfort
For places to eat and shop near West Frankfort, IL, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 62896.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near West Frankfort, Illinois can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 62896.
To research local history, try searching for Franklin County records and archives along with the name West Frankfort.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 62896, Orient lies about 2.9 mi to the northwest, Johnston City lies about 5.1 mi to the south, Zeigler lies about 6.6 mi to the west, Akin lies about 6.7 mi to the north and Frankfort Heights lies about 6.7 mi to the north. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
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Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 62896
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