Salcedo Postal Codes, Cotopaxi Ecuador

Postal codes for Salcedo range from 050601 to 050605 in Cotopaxi, Ecuador. To find exact ZIP codes and postcodes within Salcedo, choose from the parishes listed below.

Parishes in Salcedo

Salcedo on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Salcedo cantons in Ecuador. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.

What to Know About Salcedo

Key Facts

Salcedo is a canton located in the Cotopaxi Province of central Ecuador. Situated in the Andean highlands region, Salcedo occupies a strategic position along the Pan-American Highway, approximately halfway between the cities of Latacunga and Ambato. The canton covers an area of approximately 77 square kilometers and has a population of around 58,000 people according to recent estimates. Salcedo is renowned for its agricultural production, particularly its dairy industry and the famous 'helados de Salcedo' (ice cream) that attract visitors from across the country. The canton is divided into three parishes: Salcedo (the urban center), San Miguel, and Mulalillo. The region's economy is primarily based on agriculture, with dairy farming, potato cultivation, and flower production being the main economic activities. The canton's elevation of approximately 2,650 meters above sea level gives it a mild Andean climate that supports its agricultural productivity. Visitors can access postal code information for Salcedo's parishes and surrounding areas to facilitate navigation and local services throughout this important agricultural region of central Ecuador.

Neighboring Regions

* Latacunga

* Saquisilí

* Pujilí

* Ambato