ZIP Code 68342, Nebraska
ZIP Code 68342 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 68342 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Gage County / Jefferson County, Nebraska. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 497. The land area covers 74.91 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 497 | ±147 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41.4 yrs | ±14.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 212 | ±48 | 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 | 226 | ±51 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 212 | ±48 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 14 | ±14 |
| Median Home Value | $131,300 | ±$52,629 |
| Median Gross Rent | $500 | ±$293 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $75,000 | ±$36,279 |
| Per Capita Income | $37,598 | ±$7,109 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.6% | ±5.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 35 | ±29 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 253 | ±75 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.5% | ±7.9% |
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: 21,687 (2024)
ID: 190786
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
PO BOX 429, BEATRICE NE 68310-0429
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK | BLUE SPRING, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | BEATRICE, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BEATRICE, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BEATRICE, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | BEATRICE, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | FAIRBURY, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | DILLER, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | ODELL, NE | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | BEATRICE, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | FAIRBURY, NE |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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FAIRBURY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.4 mi away | 601 7TH STREET, FAIRBURY, NE, 68352 |
(402) 729-2843
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PLYMOUTH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.9 mi away | 103 NORTH JEFFERSON AVENUE, PLYMOUTH, NE, 68424 |
(402) 656-4335
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WYMORE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.1 mi away | 116 WEST F STREET, WYMORE, NE, 68466 |
(402) 645-3787
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HANOVER PUBLIC
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Library | 15.2 mi away | 205 JACKSON STREET, HANOVER, KS, 66945 |
(785) 337-2424
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BEATRICE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.0 mi away | 100 NORTH 16TH STREET, BEATRICE, NE, 68310 |
(402) 223-3584
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BOB & WAUNETA BURKLEY LIBRARY & RESOURCE CENTER
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Library | 20.1 mi away | 208 EAST FILLMORE, DEWITT, NE, 68341 |
(402) 683-2145
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WASHINGTON LIBRARY
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Library | 20.5 mi away | 116 E. 2ND, WASHINGTON, KS, 66968 |
(785) 325-2114
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DAYKIN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.8 mi away | 201 MARY AVENUE, DAYKIN, NE, 68338 |
(402) 446-7295
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STRUCKMAN-BAATZ MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 23.9 mi away | 106 SOUTH WEST AVENUE, WESTERN, NE, 68464 |
(402) 433-2177
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MARYSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 24.2 mi away | 1009 BROADWAY, MARYSVILLE, KS, 66508 |
(785) 562-2491
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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 FAIRBURY 5S, NE US, located 11.8 miles from ZCTA5 68342. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36.1° | 14.1° | 25.1° | 0.77" | 5.7" |
| February | 41.1° | 17.7° | 29.4° | 0.96" | 5.6" |
| March | 53.1° | 27.5° | 40.3° | 1.70" | 2.4" |
| April | 63.8° | 37.6° | 50.7° | 2.96" | 0.8" |
| May | 73.6° | 49.3° | 61.5° | 5.10" | 0.0" |
| June | 83.8° | 60.0° | 71.9° | 5.00" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.4° | 64.8° | 76.6° | 4.33" | 0.0" |
| August | 86.4° | 62.5° | 74.5° | 3.55" | 0.0" |
| September | 79.5° | 53.2° | 66.4° | 3.10" | 0.0" |
| October | 66.9° | 40.2° | 53.6° | 2.39" | 0.4" |
| November | 52.0° | 27.7° | 39.8° | 1.45" | 2.4" |
| December | 39.8° | 18.2° | 29.0° | 1.08" | 3.4" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diller village | Village | 0.6 mi | — |
| Steele City village | Village | 6.1 mi | — |
| Harbine village | Village | 6.2 mi | — |
| Endicott village | Village | 8.0 mi | — |
| Odell village | Village | 8.6 mi | — |
| Hollenberg city | City | 8.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 68342. • 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.