ZIP Code 71261: Mer Rouge, Louisiana
ZIP code 71261 covers part or all of Mer Rouge in Morehouse Parish, Louisiana. Its reference point is at latitude 32.7718 and longitude -91.7716 (32°46'18.5"N 91°46'17.8"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 71261
71261 is the only ZIP code listed for Mer Rouge, LA in our directory.
Across Morehouse Parish there are 7 ZIP codes listed, and Louisiana has 749 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 71221 in Bastrop, LA, about 5.5 mi to the northwest.
| ZIP code | 71261 |
|---|---|
| City | Mer Rouge |
| County | Morehouse Parish |
| State | Louisiana (LA) |
| Latitude | 32.7718 |
| Longitude | -91.7716 |
| DMS | 32°46'18.5"N 91°46'17.8"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 71221 (Bastrop, 5.5 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 71261
Map centered on 32.7718, -91.7716. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
ZIP Codes Near 71261
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 71261, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 71261, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Bastrop, LA (5.5 mi northwest), Collinston, LA (7.4 mi southwest) and Oak Ridge, LA (10 mi south). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Bastrop, LA – 5.5 mi northwest
- Collinston, LA – 7.4 mi southwest
- Oak Ridge, LA – 10 mi south
- Bonita, LA – 11 mi northeast
- Jones, LA – 17 mi northeast
- Pioneer, LA – 18 mi east
- Sterlington, LA – 19 mi west
- Epps, LA – 20 mi southeast
- Start, LA – 20 mi south
- Oak Grove, LA – 21 mi east
Schools Near Mer Rouge, LA
If you are moving to ZIP code 71261, check the school district serving Mer Rouge and Morehouse Parish to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Bastrop and Collinston can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 71261.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
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Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Mer Rouge, LA can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 71261 may also use facilities in nearby Bastrop, Collinston and Oak Ridge.
Shopping and Dining in Mer Rouge
For places to eat and shop near Mer Rouge, LA, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 71261.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Mer Rouge, Louisiana can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 71261.
To research local history, try searching for Morehouse Parish records and archives along with the name Mer Rouge.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 71261, Bastrop lies about 5.5 mi to the northwest, Collinston lies about 7.4 mi to the southwest, Oak Ridge lies about 10 mi to the south, Bonita lies about 11 mi to the northeast and Jones lies about 17 mi to the northeast. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Mer Rouge show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 71261
Data for ZIP code 71261 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.