ZIP Code 68116, Nebraska
ZIP Code 68116 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 68116 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Douglas County, Nebraska. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 34,501. The land area covers 8.49 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 34,501 | ±2,015 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 36.3 yrs | ±1.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 12,911 | ±575 | 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 | 13,256 | ±584 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 12,911 | ±575 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 345 | ±194 |
| Median Home Value | $342,200 | ±$9,002 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,522 | ±$95 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $121,165 | ±$7,588 |
| Per Capita Income | $54,224 | ±$2,902 |
| Poverty Rate | 3.1% | ±1.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,077 | ±385 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.6% | ±0.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 19,300 | ±1,156 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 96.1% | ±1.9% |
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: 601,158 (2024)
ID: 184115
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
1819 FARNAM ST, LC2, OMAHA NE 68183-1000
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | OMAHA, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | OMAHA, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | OMAHA, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | OMAHA, NE | |
| Alternative School Nearby | PK-12 | OMAHA, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | OMAHA, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | OMAHA, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BENNINGTON, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | BELLEVUE, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | ELKHORN, 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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Ricketts Great Books College
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College | 6.2 mi away | 9140 W. Dodge St, Omaha, NE, 68114 |
6167302030
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SADDLEBROOK BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.3 mi away | 14850 LAUREL AVE, OMAHA, NE, 68116 |
(402) 884-7473
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Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing & Allied Health
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College | 6.5 mi away | 720 North 87th Street, Omaha, NE, 68114-2852 |
4023547000
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BESS JOHNSON ELKHORN BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 3.8 mi away | 2100 READING PLAZA, OMAHA, NE, 68022 |
(402) 289-4367
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Capitol Beauty School
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College | 7.5 mi away | 10803 John Galt Blvd., Omaha, NE, 68137-2325 |
4023333329
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BENNINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.5 mi away | 11401 N 156TH ST, BENNINGTON, NE, 68007 |
(402) 238-2201
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CHI Health School of Radiologic Technology
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College | 7.7 mi away | 6901 North 72nd St, Omaha, NE, 68122 |
4025723654
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MILLARD BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 5.4 mi away | 13214 WESTWOOD LANE, OMAHA, NE, 68144 |
(402) 444-4848
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College of Saint Mary
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College | 8.5 mi away | 7000 Mercy Rd., Omaha, NE, 68106 |
4023992400
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MILTON R ABRAHAMS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 5.9 mi away | 5111 NORTH 90TH STREET, OMAHA, NE, 68134 |
(402) 444-6284
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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 GRETNA 4NE, NE US, located 9.8 miles from ZCTA5 68116. 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° | 14.0° | 23.2° | 0.89" | 8.6" |
| February | 37.4° | 17.5° | 27.4° | 1.18" | 10.9" |
| March | 50.0° | 28.3° | 39.2° | 1.94" | 5.4" |
| April | 62.0° | 38.5° | 50.3° | 3.28" | 1.0" |
| May | 72.4° | 50.7° | 61.5° | 4.99" | 0.2" |
| June | 82.7° | 61.8° | 72.2° | 5.37" | 0.0" |
| July | 85.9° | 65.8° | 75.9° | 3.48" | 0.0" |
| August | 83.9° | 63.5° | 73.7° | 3.83" | 0.0" |
| September | 77.3° | 54.3° | 65.8° | 2.92" | 0.0" |
| October | 64.4° | 41.5° | 53.0° | 2.56" | 1.2" |
| November | 49.2° | 28.7° | 39.0° | 1.35" | 1.3" |
| December | 36.5° | 18.7° | 27.6° | 1.38" | 7.8" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boys Town village | Village | 3.7 mi | — |
| Bennington city | City | 4.8 mi | — |
| Omaha city | City | 6.2 mi | — |
| Waterloo village | Village | 6.4 mi | — |
| King Lake CDP | CDP | 7.1 mi | — |
| Washington village | Village | 7.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 68116. • 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.