ZIP Code 68638, Nebraska
ZIP Code 68638 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 68638 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Merrick County / Nance County, Nebraska. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,664. The land area covers 152.49 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,664 | ±175 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 43.2 yrs | ±5.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 681 | ±79 | 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 | 782 | ±79 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 681 | ±79 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 101 | ±39 |
| Median Home Value | $144,500 | ±$31,650 |
| Median Gross Rent | $817 | ±$79 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $56,917 | ±$8,181 |
| Per Capita Income | $30,266 | ±$3,311 |
| Poverty Rate | 24.5% | ±6.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 396 | ±117 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.1% | ±3.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 790 | ±129 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 82.8% | ±5.7% |
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: 7,837 (2024)
ID: 130184
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CLERK
PO BOX 27, CENTRAL CITY NE 68826-0027
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | FULLERTON, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | FULLERTON, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | CLARKS, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | PALMER, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | PALMER, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | CEDAR RAPIDS, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | CEDAR RAPIDS, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | ST EDWARD, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | ST EDWARD, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | GENOA, NE |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 9 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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FULLERTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.3 mi away | 903 BROADWAY, FULLERTON, NE, 68638 |
(308) 536-2382
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CLARKS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.0 mi away | 101 WEST AMITY STREET, CLARKS, NE, 68628 |
(308) 548-2864
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CEDAR RAPIDS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.7 mi away | 423 WEST MAIN STREET, CEDAR RAPIDS, NE, 68627 |
(308) 358-0603
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GENOA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.0 mi away | 421 WILLARD AVENUE, GENOA, NE, 68640 |
(402) 993-2943
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SAINT EDWARD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.1 mi away | 302 BEAVER STREET, ST. EDWARD, NE, 68660 |
(402) 678-2204
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SILVER CREEK TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 18.0 mi away | 309 VINE STREET, SILVER CREEK, NE, 68663 |
(308) 773-2594
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CENTRAL CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.0 mi away | 1604 15TH AVENUE, CENTRAL CITY, NE, 68826 |
(308) 946-2512
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ALBION PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.6 mi away | 437 SOUTH 3RD STREET, ALBION, NE, 68620 |
(402) 395-2021
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POLK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.7 mi away | 180 NORTH MAIN, POLK, NE, 68654 |
(402) 765-7266
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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 GENOA 2 W, NE US, located 13.4 miles from ZCTA5 68638. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34.2° | 13.4° | 23.8° | 0.67" | 6.4" |
| February | 38.7° | 16.8° | 27.7° | 0.79" | 6.9" |
| March | 51.5° | 27.1° | 39.3° | 1.60" | 4.7" |
| April | 62.8° | 37.3° | 50.1° | 2.98" | 1.8" |
| May | 72.7° | 49.0° | 60.9° | 4.37" | 0.1" |
| June | 82.0° | 59.7° | 70.8° | 4.42" | 0.0" |
| July | 85.4° | 63.6° | 74.5° | 2.96" | 0.0" |
| August | 83.0° | 61.4° | 72.2° | 3.03" | 0.0" |
| September | 77.6° | 52.3° | 65.0° | 2.52" | 0.0" |
| October | 64.7° | 39.0° | 51.8° | 2.17" | 1.1" |
| November | 49.5° | 26.2° | 37.9° | 1.23" | 2.9" |
| December | 36.9° | 16.8° | 26.9° | 0.95" | 5.0" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fullerton city | City | 1.8 mi | — |
| Belgrade village | Village | 7.3 mi | — |
| Clarks village | Village | 14.0 mi | — |
| Cedar Rapids village | Village | 14.7 mi | — |
| Genoa city | City | 14.8 mi | — |
| St. Edward city | City | 15.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 68638. • 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.