ZIP Code 78661: Prairie Lea, Texas
ZIP code 78661 covers part or all of Prairie Lea in Caldwell County, Texas. Its reference point is at latitude 29.7239 and longitude -97.7449 (29°43'26.0"N 97°44'41.6"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 78661
78661 is the only ZIP code listed for Prairie Lea, TX in our directory.
Across Caldwell County there are 7 ZIP codes listed, and Texas has 2,742 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 78622 in Fentress, TX, about 3.3 mi to the northwest.
| ZIP code | 78661 |
|---|---|
| City | Prairie Lea |
| County | Caldwell County |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| Latitude | 29.7239 |
| Longitude | -97.7449 |
| DMS | 29°43'26.0"N 97°44'41.6"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 78622 (Fentress, 3.3 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 78661
Map centered on 29.7239, -97.7449. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
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ZIP Codes Near 78661
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 78661, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 78661, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Fentress, TX (3.3 mi northwest), Staples, TX (5.5 mi northwest) and Kingsbury, TX (6.2 mi southwest). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Fentress, TX – 3.3 mi northwest
- Staples, TX – 5.5 mi northwest
- Kingsbury, TX – 6.2 mi southwest
- Luling, TX – 6.4 mi southeast
- Martindale, TX – 10 mi northwest
- Lockhart, TX – 12 mi north
- Maxwell, TX – 13 mi north
- Ottine, TX – 13 mi southeast
- Seguin, TX – 16 mi southwest
- San Marcos, TX – 16 mi northwest
Schools Near Prairie Lea, TX
If you are moving to ZIP code 78661, check the school district serving Prairie Lea and Caldwell County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Fentress and Staples can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 78661.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Use the map above to explore green space around Prairie Lea. Zoom out to look for larger parks and nature areas beyond the ZIP code 78661 area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Prairie Lea, TX can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 78661 may also use facilities in nearby Fentress, Staples and Kingsbury.
Shopping and Dining in Prairie Lea
For places to eat and shop near Prairie Lea, TX, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 78661.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Prairie Lea, Texas can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 78661.
To research local history, try searching for Caldwell County records and archives along with the name Prairie Lea.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 78661, Fentress lies about 3.3 mi to the northwest, Staples lies about 5.5 mi to the northwest, Kingsbury lies about 6.2 mi to the southwest, Luling lies about 6.4 mi to the southeast and Martindale lies about 10 mi to the northwest. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Prairie Lea show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 78661
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Prairie Lea TX Post Office”): Djmaschek, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Prairie Lea TX ISD”): Djmaschek, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Prairie Lea TX Civic Center”): Djmaschek, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 4 (“Fentress TX Historical Marker”): Djmaschek, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 5 (“Fentress TX Methodist Church”): Djmaschek, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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Data for ZIP code 78661 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.