ZIP Code 24521: Amherst, VA
Amherst in Amherst County, Virginia uses ZIP code 24521. Its reference point is at latitude 37.6027 and longitude -79.0506 (37°36'09.7"N 79°03'02.2"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 24521
Virginia has 1,356 ZIP codes listed in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 24595 in Sweet Briar, about 2.8 mi to the southwest.
| ZIP code | 24521 |
|---|---|
| Place | Amherst |
| County | Amherst County |
| State | Virginia |
| Country | United States |
| Latitude | 37.6027 |
| Longitude | -79.0506 |
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Map of ZIP Code 24521
Map centred on 37.6027, -79.0506. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Video: Amherst, Virginia
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ZIP Codes Near 24521
These 16 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 24521, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest places to ZIP code 24521, measured in a straight line from its reference point. Road distances will be longer.
- Sweet Briar – 2.8 mi southwest
- Clifford – 7.3 mi southeast
- Monroe – 7.8 mi southwest
- Arrington – 8.3 mi northeast
- Lowesville – 11 mi north
- Madison Heights – 11 mi south
- Gladstone – 12 mi east
- Massies Mill – 13 mi north
- Norwood – 14 mi east
- Piney River – 15 mi north
- Roseland – 15 mi north
- Wingina – 16 mi east
Schools Near Amherst
School places are usually allocated by home address, so families living around ZIP code 24521 should confirm their catchment school with the local education authority for Amherst, Amherst County.
Looking at nearby areas such as Sweet Briar, Clifford and Monroe widens the choice of state, private and international schools. The links below open live Google Maps results centred on this location.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, playgrounds and walking trails around Amherst are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centred on ZIP code 24521.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, clinics and pharmacies serving Amherst can be found with the searches below. In an emergency in the United States, call 911.
Residents may also use facilities in nearby Sweet Briar, Clifford and Monroe.
Shopping and Dining in Amherst
Restaurants, supermarkets and shopping centres in and around Amherst are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current opening hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Amherst, Virginia can be found with the searches below.
For local history, try the archives of Amherst County along with the name Amherst.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 24521, Sweet Briar lies about 2.8 mi to the southwest, Clifford lies about 7.3 mi to the southeast, Monroe lies about 7.8 mi to the southwest, Arrington lies about 8.3 mi to the northeast and Lowesville lies about 11 mi to the north in a straight line. Use the directions link for routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and coastline near Amherst show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 24521
Photo & Video Credits
- Video: “Our Hometown - Amherst, VA in 4K” by Kobault Films, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
Data for ZIP code 24521 comes from GeoNames and is provided for general reference. Always confirm mailing details with the U.S. Postal Service (USPS).