ZIP Code 80721: Amherst, Colorado
ZIP code 80721 covers part or all of Amherst in Phillips County, Colorado. Its reference point is at latitude 40.6824 and longitude -102.1706 (40°40'56.6"N 102°10'14.2"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 80721
80721 is the only ZIP code listed for Amherst, CO in our directory.
Across Phillips County there are 4 ZIP codes listed, and Colorado has 689 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 80734 in Holyoke, CO, about 9.1 mi to the southwest.
| ZIP code | 80721 |
|---|---|
| City | Amherst |
| County | Phillips County |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| Latitude | 40.6824 |
| Longitude | -102.1706 |
| DMS | 40°40'56.6"N 102°10'14.2"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 80734 (Holyoke, 9.1 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 80721
Map centered on 40.6824, -102.1706. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
ZIP Codes Near 80721
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 80721, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 80721, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Holyoke, CO (9.1 mi southwest), Venango, NE (13 mi northeast) and Paoli, CO (17 mi west). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Holyoke, CO – 9.1 mi southwest
- Venango, NE – 13 mi northeast
- Paoli, CO – 17 mi west
- Lamar, NE – 17 mi southeast
- Julesburg, CO – 20 mi north
- Ovid, CO – 21 mi northwest
- Haxtun, CO – 23 mi west
- Sedgwick, CO – 24 mi northwest
- Grant, NE – 26 mi northeast
- Champion, NE – 27 mi southeast
Schools Near Amherst, CO
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 80721 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Amherst and Phillips County.
Searching nearby communities such as Holyoke and Venango can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 80721.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Amherst, CO are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 80721.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Amherst, CO can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 80721 may also use facilities in nearby Holyoke, Venango and Paoli.
Shopping and Dining in Amherst
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 80721 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Amherst, Colorado can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 80721.
To research local history, try searching for Phillips County records and archives along with the name Amherst.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 80721, Holyoke lies about 9.1 mi to the southwest, Venango lies about 13 mi to the northeast, Paoli lies about 17 mi to the west, Lamar lies about 17 mi to the southeast and Julesburg lies about 20 mi to the north. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Amherst show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 80721
Data for ZIP code 80721 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.