ZIP Code 68972: Riverton, Nebraska
ZIP code 68972 covers part or all of Riverton in Franklin County, Nebraska. Its reference point is at latitude 40.1016 and longitude -98.7858 (40°06'05.8"N 98°47'08.9"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 68972
68972 is the only ZIP code listed for Riverton, NE in our directory.
Across Franklin County there are 7 ZIP codes listed, and Nebraska has 640 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 68952 in Inavale, NE, about 6.6 mi to the east.
| ZIP code | 68972 |
|---|---|
| City | Riverton |
| County | Franklin County |
| State | Nebraska (NE) |
| Latitude | 40.1016 |
| Longitude | -98.7858 |
| DMS | 40°06'05.8"N 98°47'08.9"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 68952 (Inavale, 6.6 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 68972
Map centered on 40.1016, -98.7858. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
ZIP Codes Near 68972
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 68972, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 68972, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Inavale, NE (6.6 mi east), Franklin, NE (8.5 mi west) and Bloomington, NE (12 mi west). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Inavale, NE – 6.6 mi east
- Franklin, NE – 8.5 mi west
- Bloomington, NE – 12 mi west
- Campbell, NE – 14 mi north
- Red Cloud, NE – 14 mi east
- Upland, NE – 16 mi north
- Bladen, NE – 17 mi northeast
- Naponee, NE – 18 mi west
- Smith Center, KS – 21 mi south
- Hildreth, NE – 21 mi northwest
Schools Near Riverton, NE
If you are moving to ZIP code 68972, check the school district serving Riverton and Franklin County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
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Parks and Outdoor Recreation
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Hospitals and Healthcare
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Residents of ZIP code 68972 may also use facilities in nearby Inavale, Franklin and Bloomington.
Shopping and Dining in Riverton
For places to eat and shop near Riverton, NE, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 68972.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Riverton, Nebraska can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 68972.
To research local history, try searching for Franklin County records and archives along with the name Riverton.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 68972, Inavale lies about 6.6 mi to the east, Franklin lies about 8.5 mi to the west, Bloomington lies about 12 mi to the west, Campbell lies about 14 mi to the north and Red Cloud lies about 14 mi to the east. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
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Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 68972
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