ZIP Code 62979: Ridgway, IL
ZIP code 62979 is assigned to Ridgway in Gallatin County, Illinois. Its reference point is at latitude 37.8042 and longitude -88.2612 (37°48'15.1"N 88°15'40.3"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 62979
Illinois has 1,645 ZIP codes listed in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 62871 in Omaha, about 6.1 mi to the north.
| ZIP code | 62979 |
|---|---|
| Place | Ridgway |
| County | Gallatin County |
| State | Illinois |
| Country | United States |
| Latitude | 37.8042 |
| Longitude | -88.2612 |
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Map of ZIP Code 62979
Map centred on 37.8042, -88.2612. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
ZIP Codes Near 62979
These 16 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 62979, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest places to ZIP code 62979, measured in a straight line from its reference point. Road distances will be longer.
- Omaha – 6.1 mi north
- Equality – 7.0 mi southwest
- Junction – 7.6 mi south
- Shawneetown – 7.7 mi southeast
- New Haven – 9.8 mi northeast
- Eldorado – 10.0 mi west
- Norris City – 12 mi north
- Emma – 14 mi northeast
- Raleigh – 15 mi west
- Broughton – 15 mi northwest
- Muddy – 16 mi west
- Harrisburg – 16 mi west
Schools Near Ridgway
If you are moving to ZIP code 62979, check with the education authority that serves Ridgway, Gallatin County which schools cover your street address.
Looking at nearby areas such as Omaha, Equality and Junction 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
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Hospitals and Healthcare
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Residents may also use facilities in nearby Omaha, Equality and Junction.
Shopping and Dining in Ridgway
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Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Ridgway, Illinois can be found with the searches below.
For local history, try the archives of Gallatin County along with the name Ridgway.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 62979, Omaha lies about 6.1 mi to the north, Equality lies about 7.0 mi to the southwest, Junction lies about 7.6 mi to the south, Shawneetown lies about 7.7 mi to the southeast and New Haven lies about 9.8 mi to the northeast in a straight line. Use the directions link for routes and road names.
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Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 62979
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