Ipley is an unincorporated community in Dunklin County, in the U.S. state of Missouri.[1] The community lies approximately four miles northeast of Kennett on Missouri Route 25. The community of White Oak lies 2.5 mile north on Route 25.[2]
A variant name was "Shipley".[1] A post office called Shipley was established in 1903, and remained in operation until 1913.[3] The community derives its name from Hugh Shipley, a pioneer citizen.[4]