ZIP Code 79855: Van Horn, Texas
ZIP code 79855 covers part or all of Van Horn in Culberson County, Texas. Its reference point is at latitude 31.0391 and longitude -104.8245 (31°02'20.8"N 104°49'28.2"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 79855
79855 is the only ZIP code listed for Van Horn, TX in our directory.
Across Culberson County there are 1 ZIP code listed, and Texas has 2,742 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 79851 in Sierra Blanca, TX, about 31 mi to the west.
| ZIP code | 79855 |
|---|---|
| City | Van Horn |
| County | Culberson County |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| Latitude | 31.0391 |
| Longitude | -104.8245 |
| DMS | 31°02'20.8"N 104°49'28.2"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 79851 (Sierra Blanca, 31 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 79855
Map centered on 31.0391, -104.8245. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Van Horn, TX
ZIP Codes Near 79855
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 79855, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 79855, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Sierra Blanca, TX (31 mi west), Valentine, TX (35 mi southeast) and Salt Flat, TX (59 mi northwest). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Sierra Blanca, TX – 31 mi west
- Valentine, TX – 35 mi southeast
- Salt Flat, TX – 59 mi northwest
- Fort Davis, TX – 60 mi southeast
- Fort Hancock, TX – 62 mi west
- Toyah, TX – 63 mi east
- Balmorhea, TX – 63 mi east
- Dell City, TX – 65 mi north
- Marfa, TX – 68 mi southeast
- Saragosa, TX – 70 mi east
Schools Near Van Horn, TX
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 79855 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Van Horn and Culberson County.
Searching nearby communities such as Sierra Blanca and Valentine can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 79855.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Van Horn, TX are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 79855.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Van Horn, TX can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 79855 may also use facilities in nearby Sierra Blanca, Valentine and Salt Flat.
Shopping and Dining in Van Horn
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 79855 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Van Horn, Texas can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 79855.
To research local history, try searching for Culberson County records and archives along with the name Van Horn.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 79855, Sierra Blanca lies about 31 mi to the west, Valentine lies about 35 mi to the southeast, Salt Flat lies about 59 mi to the northwest, Fort Davis lies about 60 mi to the southeast and Fort Hancock lies about 62 mi to the west. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Van Horn show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 79855
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“First presbyterian vanhorn 2009”): Larry D. Moore, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Greetings from Van Horn, Texas - Large Letter Postcard (4481466540)”): Steve Shook from Moscow, Idaho, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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Data for ZIP code 79855 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.