ZIP Code 68522, Nebraska
ZIP Code 68522 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 68522 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Lancaster County, Nebraska. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 14,836. The land area covers 10.59 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,836 | ±1,085 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 32.7 yrs | ±1.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 4,654 | ±325 | 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 | 4,770 | ±325 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 4,654 | ±325 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 116 | ±91 |
| Median Home Value | $235,100 | ±$12,253 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,204 | ±$56 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $77,597 | ±$8,155 |
| Per Capita Income | $31,812 | ±$3,549 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.7% | ±4.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,253 | ±559 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.3% | ±2.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 7,314 | ±784 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 97.8% | ±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: 332,857 (2024)
ID: 169505
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
555 S 10TH ST, RM 107, LINCOLN NE 68508-2803
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | LINCOLN, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | LINCOLN, NE | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | LINCOLN, NE | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | LINCOLN, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | LINCOLN, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | LINCOLN, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | LINCOLN, NE | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | LINCOLN, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | LINCOLN, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | LINCOLN, 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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College of Hair Design-Downtown
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College | 3.2 mi away | 304 S Eleventh St, Lincoln, NE, 68508-2199 |
4024744244
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BENNETT MARTIN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.4 mi away | 136 SOUTH 14TH STREET, LINCOLN, NE, 68508 |
(402) 441-8500
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University of Nebraska-Lincoln
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College | 3.6 mi away | 1400 R Street, Lincoln, NE, 68588-0419 |
4024727211
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LINCOLN CITY LIBRARIES
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Library | 3.4 mi away | 136 SOUTH 14TH STREET, LINCOLN, NE, 68508 |
(402) 441-8500
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University of Nebraska-Central Administration System Office
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College | 5.6 mi away | 3835 Holdrege St, Lincoln, NE, 68583-0743 |
4024725242
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SOUTH BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 4.1 mi away | 2675 SOUTH STREET, LINCOLN, NE, 68502 |
(402) 441-8570
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Bryan College of Health Sciences
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College | 5.7 mi away | 1535 S 52nd St, Lincoln, NE, 68506 |
4024813801
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BESS DODSON WALT BRANCH
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Library | 4.4 mi away | 6701 SOUTH 14TH STREET, LINCOLN, NE, 68512 |
(402) 441-4460
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Union Adventist University
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College | 5.8 mi away | 3800 S 48th Street, Lincoln, NE, 68506 |
4024862600
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DAN A WILLIAMS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 5.1 mi away | 4900 MIKE SCHOLL STREET, LINCOLN, NE, 68524 |
(402) 441-8580
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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 LINCOLN MUNI AP, NE US, located 4.2 miles from ZCTA5 68522. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35.6° | 14.4° | 25.0° | 0.73" | 6.5" |
| February | 40.6° | 18.4° | 29.5° | 0.89" | 7.1" |
| March | 53.6° | 28.7° | 41.2° | 1.55" | 3.4" |
| April | 64.8° | 39.2° | 52.0° | 2.69" | 1.2" |
| May | 75.0° | 51.2° | 63.1° | 4.91" | 0.1" |
| June | 85.2° | 62.1° | 73.7° | 4.48" | 0.0" |
| July | 89.4° | 66.7° | 78.1° | 3.25" | 0.0" |
| August | 87.2° | 64.1° | 75.6° | 3.32" | 0.0" |
| September | 80.1° | 54.3° | 67.2° | 2.90" | 0.0" |
| October | 66.6° | 41.0° | 53.8° | 2.14" | 0.9" |
| November | 51.7° | 28.0° | 39.8° | 1.30" | 1.5" |
| December | 39.4° | 18.2° | 28.8° | 1.18" | 5.3" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yankee Hill CDP | CDP | 2.3 mi | — |
| Emerald CDP | CDP | 4.2 mi | — |
| Lincoln city | City | 4.6 mi | — |
| Denton village | Village | 5.8 mi | — |
| Pleasant Dale village | Village | 9.0 mi | — |
| Cheney CDP | CDP | 9.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 68522. • 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.