ZIP Code 68601, Nebraska
ZIP Code 68601 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 68601 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Butler County / Colfax County / Platte County / Polk County, Nebraska. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 30,944. The land area covers 287.67 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 30,944 | ±503 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 37.9 yrs | ±0.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 12,223 | ±250 | 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 | 12,992 | ±193 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 12,223 | ±250 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 769 | ±221 |
| Median Home Value | $221,900 | ±$8,784 |
| Median Gross Rent | $897 | ±$63 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $68,480 | ±$4,792 |
| Per Capita Income | $36,313 | ±$1,668 |
| Poverty Rate | 10.5% | ±2.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,199 | ±687 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.1% | ±0.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 15,965 | ±577 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.6% | ±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: 8,439 (2024)
ID: 169486
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CLERK
451 N 5TH ST, DAVID CITY NE 68632-1660
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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 | BELLWOOD, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | COLUMBUS, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | COLUMBUS, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | COLUMBUS, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | DAVID CITY, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | DAVID CITY, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | COLUMBUS, NE | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-12 | COLUMBUS, NE | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 08-11 | COLUMBUS, NE | |
| Alternative School Nearby | PK-12 | COLUMBUS, 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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COLUMBUS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.4 mi away | 2500 14TH STREET, SUITE 2, COLUMBUS, NE, 68601 |
(402) 564-7116
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SILVER CREEK TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 16.8 mi away | 309 VINE STREET, SILVER CREEK, NE, 68663 |
(308) 773-2594
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HUMPHREY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.2 mi away | 307 MAIN STREET, HUMPHREY, NE, 68642 |
(402) 923-0957
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GENOA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.4 mi away | 421 WILLARD AVENUE, GENOA, NE, 68640 |
(402) 993-2943
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SCHUYLER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.4 mi away | 108 E. 18TH STREET, SCHUYLER, NE, 68661 |
(402) 352-2221
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SHELBY COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 17.6 mi away | 648 N. WALNUT, SHELBY, NE, 68662 |
(402) 527-5181
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RISING CITY COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 18.7 mi away | 250 GARHAN AVENUE, RISING CITY, NE, 68658 |
(402) 954-0270
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LEIGH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.3 mi away | 153 MAIN STREET, LEIGH, NE, 68643 |
(402) 487-2507
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HRUSKA MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.5 mi away | 399 NORTH 5TH STREET, DAVID CITY, NE, 68632 |
(402) 367-3100
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OSCEOLA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.5 mi away | 131 NORTH MAIN, OSCEOLA, NE, 68651 |
(402) 747-4301
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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 COLUMBUS 3 NE, NE US, located 3.6 miles from ZCTA5 68601. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32.3° | 13.8° | 23.1° | 0.65" | 6.6" |
| February | 36.6° | 17.7° | 27.2° | 0.73" | 6.0" |
| March | 49.6° | 28.2° | 38.9° | 1.39" | 3.8" |
| April | 61.7° | 39.0° | 50.4° | 2.93" | 1.1" |
| May | 72.8° | 51.0° | 61.9° | 4.57" | 0.0" |
| June | 83.1° | 61.7° | 72.4° | 4.69" | 0.0" |
| July | 86.9° | 66.0° | 76.4° | 3.46" | 0.0" |
| August | 84.2° | 63.6° | 73.9° | 3.27" | 0.0" |
| September | 77.4° | 54.5° | 65.9° | 2.48" | 0.0" |
| October | 63.0° | 41.1° | 52.0° | 2.35" | 0.7" |
| November | 47.7° | 27.7° | 37.7° | 1.22" | 1.8" |
| December | 35.5° | 17.7° | 26.6° | 0.93" | 5.6" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus city | City | 2.1 mi | — |
| Lakeview CDP | CDP | 3.4 mi | — |
| Duncan village | Village | 6.6 mi | — |
| Platte Center village | Village | 7.6 mi | — |
| Richland village | Village | 9.4 mi | — |
| Monroe village | Village | 10.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 68601. • 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.