ZIP Code 81240: Penrose, Colorado
Penrose, CO uses ZIP code 81240, which falls within Fremont County, Colorado. Its reference point is at latitude 38.4336 and longitude -105.0113 (38°26'01.0"N 105°00'40.7"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 81240
81240 is the only ZIP code listed for Penrose, CO in our directory.
Across Fremont County there are 12 ZIP codes listed, and Colorado has 689 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 81226 in Florence, CO, about 6.9 mi to the southwest.
| ZIP code | 81240 |
|---|---|
| City | Penrose |
| County | Fremont County |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| Latitude | 38.4336 |
| Longitude | -105.0113 |
| DMS | 38°26'01.0"N 105°00'40.7"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 81226 (Florence, 6.9 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 81240
Map centered on 38.4336, -105.0113. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
ZIP Codes Near 81240
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 81240, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 81240, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Florence, CO (6.9 mi southwest), Coal Creek, CO (10 mi southwest) and Canon City, CO (11 mi west). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Florence, CO – 6.9 mi southwest
- Coal Creek, CO – 10 mi southwest
- Canon City, CO – 11 mi west
- Pueblo, CO – 13 mi east
- Rockvale, CO – 13 mi southwest
- Colorado Springs, CO – 20 mi northeast
- Victor, CO – 22 mi north
- Wetmore, CO – 23 mi south
- Beulah, CO – 24 mi south
Schools Near Penrose, CO
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 81240 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Penrose and Fremont County.
Searching nearby communities such as Florence and Coal Creek can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 81240.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Penrose, CO are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 81240.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Penrose, CO can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 81240 may also use facilities in nearby Florence, Coal Creek and Canon City.
Shopping and Dining in Penrose
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 81240 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Penrose, Colorado can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 81240.
To research local history, try searching for Fremont County records and archives along with the name Penrose.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 81240, Florence lies about 6.9 mi to the southwest, Coal Creek lies about 10 mi to the southwest, Canon City lies about 11 mi to the west, Pueblo lies about 13 mi to the east and Rockvale lies about 13 mi to the southwest. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Penrose show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 81240
Data for ZIP code 81240 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.