West Ely is an unincorporated community in Marion County, in the U.S. state of Missouri.
A post office called West Ely was established in 1836, and remained in operation until 1908. Despite its name, the village lies east of Ely, Missouri.
Coordinates: 39°42′39″N 91°33′46″W / 39.71083°N 91.56278°W