ZIP Code 68523, Nebraska
ZIP Code 68523 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 68523 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Lancaster County, Nebraska. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,031. The land area covers 15.74 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,031 | ±268 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 43.7 yrs | ±7.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 746 | ±96 | 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 | 784 | ±122 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 746 | ±96 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 38 | ±64 |
| Median Home Value | $508,600 | ±$55,598 |
| 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 | $141,786 | ±$21,480 |
| Per Capita Income | $67,960 | ±$11,958 |
| Poverty Rate | 2.6% | ±1.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 53 | ±40 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.2% | ±4.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 970 | ±163 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 100% | ±0% |
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 | 6.1 mi away | 304 S Eleventh St, Lincoln, NE, 68508-2199 |
4024744244
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BESS DODSON WALT BRANCH
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Library | 3.0 mi away | 6701 SOUTH 14TH STREET, LINCOLN, NE, 68512 |
(402) 441-4460
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Entourage Institute of Beauty and Esthetics
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College | 6.2 mi away | 5601 South 59th Street Suite D, Lincoln, NE, 68516-2306 |
4022615322
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SOUTH BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 5.6 mi away | 2675 SOUTH STREET, LINCOLN, NE, 68502 |
(402) 441-8570
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Union Adventist University
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College | 6.2 mi away | 3800 S 48th Street, Lincoln, NE, 68506 |
4024862600
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BENNETT MARTIN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.3 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 | 6.6 mi away | 1400 R Street, Lincoln, NE, 68588-0419 |
4024727211
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LINCOLN CITY LIBRARIES
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Library | 6.3 mi away | 136 SOUTH 14TH STREET, LINCOLN, NE, 68508 |
(402) 441-8500
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Bryan College of Health Sciences
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College | 7.1 mi away | 1535 S 52nd St, Lincoln, NE, 68506 |
4024813801
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CHARLES H. GERE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 7.0 mi away | 2400 SOUTH 56TH STREET, LINCOLN, NE, 68506 |
(402) 441-8560
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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 11 SW, NE US, located 5.8 miles from ZCTA5 68523. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34.5° | 15.4° | 25.0° | 0.86" | — |
| February | 39.8° | 19.3° | 29.5° | 0.94" | — |
| March | 52.3° | 29.2° | 40.8° | 1.70" | — |
| April | 63.1° | 39.4° | 51.3° | 2.72" | — |
| May | 72.5° | 50.7° | 61.6° | 4.92" | — |
| June | 82.1° | 60.7° | 71.4° | 4.77" | — |
| July | 86.7° | 65.6° | 76.1° | 2.86" | — |
| August | 85.0° | 62.9° | 73.9° | 2.89" | — |
| September | 78.0° | 54.2° | 66.1° | 2.96" | — |
| October | 65.2° | 41.6° | 53.4° | 2.37" | — |
| November | 50.2° | 29.4° | 39.8° | 1.33" | — |
| December | 38.3° | 19.5° | 28.9° | 1.18" | — |
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 | 2.7 mi | — |
| Denton village | Village | 4.8 mi | — |
| Martell CDP | CDP | 6.4 mi | — |
| Lincoln city | City | 6.9 mi | — |
| Emerald CDP | CDP | 7.0 mi | — |
| Roca village | Village | 7.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 68523. • 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.