ZIP Code 68457, Nebraska
ZIP Code 68457 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 68457 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Richardson County, Nebraska. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 460. The land area covers 37.58 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 460 | ±118 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 35.6 yrs | ±4.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 207 | ±57 | 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 | 214 | ±58 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 207 | ±57 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 7 | ±10 |
| Median Home Value | $98,300 | ±$7,474 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $89,219 | ±$34,942 |
| Per Capita Income | $39,648 | ±$6,564 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.4% | ±4.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 25 | ±20 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.8% | ±2.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 279 | ±96 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.3% | ±10.6% |
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: 7,666 (2024)
ID: 169513
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
1700 STONE ST, STE 203, FALLS CITY NE 68355-2033
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Education
Listing 8 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | FALLS CITY, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | FALLS CITY, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | FALLS CITY, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | FALLS CITY, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | HUMBOLDT, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | HUMBOLDT, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | HUMBOLDT, NE | |
| 2 Nearby | 2-17 | FALLS CITY, 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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Peru State College
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College | 21.9 mi away | 600 Hoyt Street, Peru, NE, 68421-0010 |
4028723815
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STELLA COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 6.0 mi away | 207 3RD STREET, STELLA, NE, 68442 |
(402) 883-2232
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JOHN G SMITH MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 6.5 mi away | 517 RIDGE ST, DAWSON, NE, 68337 |
(402) 855-2555
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FALLS CITY LIBRARY & ARTS CENTER
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Library | 8.9 mi away | 1400 STONE STREET, FALLS CITY, NE, 68355 |
(402) 245-2913
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BRUUN MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 12.4 mi away | 730 3RD STREET, HUMBOLDT, NE, 68376 |
(402) 862-2914
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AUBURN MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 17.2 mi away | 1810 COURTHOUSE AVENUE, AUBURN, NE, 68305 |
(402) 274-4023
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MARY COTTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.3 mi away | 915 VIRGINIA, SABETHA, KS, 66534 |
(785) 284-3160
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BERN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 19.2 mi away | 405 MAIN ST, BERN, KS, 66408 |
(785) 336-3000
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TABLE ROCK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.4 mi away | 511 LUZERNE STREET, TABLE ROCK, NE, 68447 |
(402) 839-2134
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ATCHISON COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 20.5 mi away | 200 S MAIN ST, ROCK PORT, MO, 64482 |
(660) 744-5404
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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 FALLS CITY BRENNER FLD, NE US, located 8.3 miles from ZCTA5 68457. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36.2° | 16.7° | 26.4° | 0.62" | — |
| February | 41.5° | 20.9° | 31.2° | 0.99" | — |
| March | 54.1° | 31.3° | 42.7° | 2.14" | — |
| April | 65.1° | 41.4° | 53.3° | 3.51" | — |
| May | 75.3° | 52.6° | 64.0° | 4.62" | — |
| June | 84.7° | 62.7° | 73.7° | 4.83" | — |
| July | 88.1° | 66.3° | 77.2° | 5.19" | — |
| August | 86.5° | 63.7° | 75.1° | 3.75" | — |
| September | 79.7° | 54.5° | 67.1° | 3.34" | — |
| October | 66.9° | 42.6° | 54.8° | 2.71" | — |
| November | 52.1° | 30.3° | 41.2° | 1.80" | — |
| December | 40.1° | 21.0° | 30.6° | 1.21" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Verdon village | Village | 0.6 mi | — |
| Salem village | Village | 5.6 mi | — |
| Shubert village | Village | 5.6 mi | — |
| Stella village | Village | 6.1 mi | — |
| Dawson village | Village | 6.5 mi | — |
| Barada village | Village | 8.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 68457. • 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.