ZIP Code 81101: Alamosa, Colorado
Alamosa, CO uses ZIP code 81101, which falls within Alamosa County, Colorado. Its reference point is at latitude 37.4703 and longitude -105.8786 (37°28'13.1"N 105°52'43.0"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 81101
Alamosa, CO has 2 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 81101, they include 81102.
Across Alamosa County there are 4 ZIP codes listed, and Colorado has 689 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 81102 in Alamosa, CO, about 0.4 mi to the northwest.
| ZIP code | 81101 |
|---|---|
| City | Alamosa |
| County | Alamosa County |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| Latitude | 37.4703 |
| Longitude | -105.8786 |
| DMS | 37°28'13.1"N 105°52'43.0"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 81102 (Alamosa, 0.4 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 81101
Map centered on 37.4703, -105.8786. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
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ZIP Codes Near 81101
These 11 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 81101, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 81101, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Mosca, CO (12 mi north), La Jara, CO (14 mi southwest) and Monte Vista, CO (16 mi northwest). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Mosca, CO – 12 mi north
- La Jara, CO – 14 mi southwest
- Monte Vista, CO – 16 mi northwest
- Hooper, CO – 17 mi north
- Capulin, CO – 18 mi southwest
- Sanford, CO – 18 mi south
- Blanca, CO – 20 mi east
- Manassa, CO – 21 mi south
- Romeo, CO – 21 mi south
- Center, CO – 22 mi northwest
Schools Near Alamosa, CO
If you are moving to ZIP code 81101, check the school district serving Alamosa and Alamosa County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Mosca and La Jara can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 81101.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Use the map above to explore green space around Alamosa. Zoom out to look for larger parks and nature areas beyond the ZIP code 81101 area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Alamosa, CO can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 81101 may also use facilities in nearby Mosca, La Jara and Monte Vista.
Shopping and Dining in Alamosa
For places to eat and shop near Alamosa, CO, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 81101.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Alamosa, Colorado can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 81101.
To research local history, try searching for Alamosa County records and archives along with the name Alamosa.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 81101, Mosca lies about 12 mi to the north, La Jara lies about 14 mi to the southwest, Monte Vista lies about 16 mi to the northwest, Hooper lies about 17 mi to the north and Capulin lies about 18 mi to the southwest. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Alamosa show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 81101
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“A Message from San Luis Valley, Colorado - Large Letter Postcard (8263004523)”): Steve Shook from Moscow, Idaho, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Top Things To Do Near Alamosa, Colorado” by Nash Potatoes Outdoor Show, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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