ZIP Code 68044, Nebraska
ZIP Code 68044 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 68044 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Dodge County / Washington County, Nebraska. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 715. The land area covers 35.90 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 715 | ±296 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 34.2 yrs | ±16.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 270 | ±113 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 292 | ±121 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 270 | ±113 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 22 | ±17 |
| Median Home Value | $76,600 | ±$6,754 |
| Median Gross Rent | $955 | ±$224 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $141,250 | ±$109,855 |
| Per Capita Income | $38,900 | ±$9,671 |
| Poverty Rate | 13.3% | ±10.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 95 | ±87 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.1% | ±3.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 402 | ±192 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 96.7% | ±10.7% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 37,884 (2024)
ID: 169494
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CLERK
435 N PARK AVE, RM 102, FREMONT NE 68025-4977
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | ARLINGTON, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | ARLINGTON, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | FREMONT, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BENNINGTON, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BENNINGTON, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | BENNINGTON, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | BENNINGTON, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | CEDAR BLUFFS, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | CEDAR BLUFFS, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | CEDAR BLUFFS, NE |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Midland University
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College | 7.9 mi away | 900 N. Clarkson St., Fremont, NE, 68025 |
8006428382
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HOOPER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.8 mi away | 128 NORTH MAIN, HOOPER, NE, 68031 |
(402) 654-3833
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KEENE MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 7.9 mi away | 1030 NORTH BROAD STREET, FREMONT, NE, 68025 |
(402) 727-2694
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ARLINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.2 mi away | 410 WEST ELM STREET, ARLINGTON, NE, 68002 |
(402) 478-4545
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SCRIBNER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.9 mi away | 530 MAIN STREET, SCRIBNER, NE, 68057 |
(402) 664-3540
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BLAIR PUBLIC LIBRARY & TECHNOLOGY CENTER
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Library | 15.6 mi away | 2233 CIVIC DR, BLAIR, NE, 68008 |
(402) 426-3617
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VALLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.0 mi away | 232 N. SPRUCE ST., VALLEY, NE, 68064 |
(402) 359-9924
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NORTH BEND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.0 mi away | 110 E. 13TH ST., NORTH BEND, NE, 68649 |
(402) 652-8356
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BENNINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.7 mi away | 11401 N 156TH ST, BENNINGTON, NE, 68007 |
(402) 238-2201
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LIED TEKAMAH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.7 mi away | 204 SOUTH 13TH STREET, TEKAMAH, NE, 68061 |
(402) 374-2453
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at FREMONT, NE US, located 8.2 miles from ZCTA5 68044. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32.4° | 12.8° | 22.6° | 0.76" | — |
| February | 37.1° | 16.7° | 26.9° | 0.92" | — |
| March | 50.1° | 27.2° | 38.6° | 1.57" | — |
| April | 62.8° | 38.1° | 50.5° | 3.02" | — |
| May | 73.4° | 50.2° | 61.8° | 4.55" | — |
| June | 83.3° | 61.0° | 72.2° | 4.95" | — |
| July | 86.7° | 65.1° | 75.9° | 3.21" | — |
| August | 84.5° | 62.5° | 73.5° | 3.68" | — |
| September | 78.1° | 53.1° | 65.6° | 3.09" | — |
| October | 65.0° | 40.4° | 52.7° | 2.23" | — |
| November | 49.5° | 27.5° | 38.5° | 1.22" | — |
| December | 36.3° | 17.7° | 27.0° | 1.19" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fontanelle CDP | CDP | 1.3 mi | — |
| Nickerson village | Village | 1.5 mi | — |
| Winslow village | Village | 5.2 mi | — |
| Hooper city | City | 6.8 mi | — |
| Fremont city | City | 7.7 mi | — |
| Arlington village | Village | 8.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 68044. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.