ZIP Code 68644, Nebraska
ZIP Code 68644 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 68644 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Madison County / Platte County, Nebraska. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 762. The land area covers 93.03 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 762 | ±143 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 32.3 yrs | ±6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 305 | ±60 | 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 | 310 | ±59 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 305 | ±60 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 5 | ±6 |
| Median Home Value | $298,100 | ±$88,660 |
| Median Gross Rent | $835 | ±$89 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $81,750 | ±$14,912 |
| Per Capita Income | $43,818 | ±$11,533 |
| Poverty Rate | 2.6% | ±3.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 20 | ±24 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±2.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 428 | ±91 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.2% | ±3.8% |
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: 35,579 (2024)
ID: 184116
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
PO BOX 290, MADISON NE 68748-0290
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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 | HUMPHREY, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | HUMPHREY, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-KG | LINDSAY, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | MADISON, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | MADISON, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | MADISON, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | MADISON, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | NEWMAN GROVE, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | NEWMAN GROVE, NE | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | MADISON, 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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NEWMAN GROVE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.2 mi away | 615 HALE AVENUE, NEWMAN GROVE, NE, 68758 |
(402) 447-2331
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HUMPHREY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.6 mi away | 307 MAIN STREET, HUMPHREY, NE, 68642 |
(402) 923-0957
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SAINT EDWARD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.7 mi away | 302 BEAVER STREET, ST. EDWARD, NE, 68660 |
(402) 678-2204
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MADISON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.9 mi away | 208 WEST 3RD STREET, MADISON, NE, 68748 |
(402) 454-3500
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ALBION PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.0 mi away | 437 SOUTH 3RD STREET, ALBION, NE, 68620 |
(402) 395-2021
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GENOA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.9 mi away | 421 WILLARD AVENUE, GENOA, NE, 68640 |
(402) 993-2943
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LIED BATTLE CREEK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.7 mi away | 100 S. 4TH STREET, BATTLE CREEK, NE, 68715 |
(402) 675-6934
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LEIGH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.3 mi away | 153 MAIN STREET, LEIGH, NE, 68643 |
(402) 487-2507
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MEADOW GROVE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.7 mi away | 205 MAIN STREET, MEADOW GROVE, NE, 68752 |
(402) 634-2266
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PETERSBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.5 mi away | 103 SOUTH SECOND STREET, PETERSBURG, NE, 68652 |
(402) 386-5755
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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 MADISON, NE US, located 14.3 miles from ZCTA5 68644. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31.9° | 10.4° | 21.2° | 0.57" | — |
| February | 36.3° | 14.6° | 25.5° | 0.73" | — |
| March | 48.5° | 24.1° | 36.3° | 1.45" | — |
| April | 60.5° | 35.5° | 48.0° | 2.94" | — |
| May | 71.7° | 47.7° | 59.7° | 4.16" | — |
| June | 81.7° | 58.7° | 70.2° | 4.45" | — |
| July | 85.2° | 62.4° | 73.8° | 3.06" | — |
| August | 83.2° | 60.5° | 71.8° | 3.63" | — |
| September | 77.0° | 50.5° | 63.7° | 2.51" | — |
| October | 64.2° | 36.9° | 50.6° | 2.65" | — |
| November | 48.3° | 24.7° | 36.5° | 1.29" | — |
| December | 35.4° | 14.3° | 24.8° | 0.76" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lindsay village | Village | 1.2 mi | — |
| Cornlea village | Village | 5.6 mi | — |
| Newman Grove city | City | 6.2 mi | — |
| Humphrey city | City | 9.6 mi | — |
| Tarnov village | Village | 10.6 mi | — |
| St. Edward city | City | 13.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 68644. • 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.