ZIP Code 68716, Nebraska
ZIP Code 68716 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 68716 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Cuming County, Nebraska. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 942. The land area covers 56.61 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 942 | ±150 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41.5 yrs | ±6.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 398 | ±59 | 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 | 410 | ±57 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 398 | ±59 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 12 | ±15 |
| Median Home Value | $132,100 | ±$24,853 |
| Median Gross Rent | $663 | ±$164 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $65,833 | ±$14,725 |
| Per Capita Income | $37,130 | ±$5,776 |
| Poverty Rate | 8% | ±4.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 73 | ±42 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.2% | ±2.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 497 | ±99 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.4% | ±6.4% |
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: 8,952 (2024)
ID: 108356
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: VILLAGE CLERK OF BEEMER
317 N MAIN ST, BEEMER NE 68716
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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 | BANCROFT, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | BANCROFT, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | HOWELLS, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | DODGE, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | HOWELLS, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | PENDER, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | PENDER, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | WEST POINT, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | WEST POINT, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | WEST POINT, 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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Wayne State College
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College | 23.9 mi away | 1111 Main St, Wayne, NE, 68787 |
4023757000
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KARLEN MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 0.9 mi away | 815 3RD STREET, BEEMER, NE, 68716 |
(402) 528-3476
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WISNER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.3 mi away | 1015 AVENUE E, WISNER, NE, 68791 |
(402) 529-6018
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JOHN A. STAHL LIBRARY
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Library | 8.2 mi away | 330 NORTH COLFAX, WEST POINT, NE, 68788 |
(402) 372-3831
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PILGER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.1 mi away | 120 NORTH MAIN STREET, PILGER, NE, 68768 |
(402) 396-3550
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HOUSE MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 14.0 mi away | 220 THURSTON AVENUE, PENDER, NE, 68047 |
(402) 385-2521
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BANCROFT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.2 mi away | 103 E. POPLAR, BANCROFT, NE, 68004 |
(402) 648-3350
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JOHN ROGERS MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 14.5 mi away | 703 2ND STREET, DODGE, NE, 68633 |
(402) 693-2512
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SNYDER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.5 mi away | 203 ASH STREET, SNYDER, NE, 68664 |
(402) 568-2570
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HOWELLS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.7 mi away | 130 NORTH 3RD STREET, HOWELLS, NE, 68641 |
(402) 986-1210
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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 W PT, NE US, located 8.0 miles from ZCTA5 68716. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30.4° | 10.7° | 20.5° | 0.69" | 5.9" |
| February | 35.1° | 14.5° | 24.8° | 0.86" | 7.6" |
| March | 47.7° | 25.6° | 36.7° | 1.66" | 4.1" |
| April | 60.3° | 36.7° | 48.5° | 3.41" | 1.8" |
| May | 71.3° | 49.3° | 60.3° | 4.20" | 0.1" |
| June | 81.3° | 60.3° | 70.8° | 5.23" | 0.0" |
| July | 85.0° | 64.5° | 74.8° | 3.31" | 0.0" |
| August | 82.7° | 61.8° | 72.3° | 3.91" | 0.0" |
| September | 76.4° | 52.0° | 64.2° | 3.02" | 0.0" |
| October | 63.5° | 38.6° | 51.0° | 2.14" | 0.5" |
| November | 47.7° | 25.9° | 36.8° | 1.34" | 2.6" |
| December | 34.6° | 15.6° | 25.1° | 1.04" | 6.3" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beemer village | Village | 0.7 mi | — |
| Wisner city | City | 6.4 mi | — |
| West Point city | City | 8.6 mi | — |
| Pilger village | Village | 13.2 mi | — |
| Pender village | Village | 13.9 mi | — |
| Bancroft village | Village | 14.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 68716. • 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.