ZIP Code 68726, Nebraska
ZIP Code 68726 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 68726 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Antelope County / Holt County, Nebraska. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 724. The land area covers 130.78 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 724 | ±144 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 52.5 yrs | ±17.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 319 | ±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 | 378 | ±62 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 319 | ±59 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 59 | ±29 |
| Median Home Value | $118,200 | ±$32,253 |
| Median Gross Rent | $852 | ±$16 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $69,107 | ±$12,857 |
| Per Capita Income | $37,564 | ±$8,020 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.4% | ±3.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 61 | ±30 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.6% | ±1.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 431 | ±94 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 83.7% | ±8.3% |
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: 6,358 (2024)
ID: 139090
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ANTELOPE COUNTY CLERK
PO BOX 26, NELIGH NE 68756-0026
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Education
Listing 9 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-12 | CLEARWATER, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-06 | NELIGH, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | ELGIN, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | ELGIN, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | NELIGH, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | EWING, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | EWING, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | NELIGH, NE | |
| 2 Nearby | 2-17 | ELGIN, 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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CLEARWATER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.6 mi away | 626 MAIN STREET, CLEARWATER, NE, 68726 |
(402) 485-2034
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EWING TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 8.6 mi away | 202 EAST NEBRASKA, EWING, NE, 68735 |
(402) 626-7655
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NELIGH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.9 mi away | 710 MAIN STREET, NELIGH, NE, 68756 |
(402) 887-5140
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ORCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.7 mi away | 407 EAST 4TH STREET, SUITE 200, ORCHARD, NE, 68764 |
(402) 893-4606
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LOIS JOHNSON MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 14.7 mi away | 406 5TH STREET, OAKDALE, NE, 68761 |
(402) 776-2602
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ELGIN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.6 mi away | 503 SOUTH SECOND STREET, ELGIN, NE, 68636 |
(402) 843-2460
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RAYMOND A. WHITWER TILDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.5 mi away | 202 SOUTH CENTER STREET, TILDEN, NE, 68781 |
(402) 368-5306
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PETERSBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.9 mi away | 103 SOUTH SECOND STREET, PETERSBURG, NE, 68652 |
(402) 386-5755
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PLAINVIEW PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 24.5 mi away | 209 N. PINE ST, PLAINVIEW, NE, 68769 |
(402) 582-4507
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CREIGHTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 25.0 mi away | 701 STATE STREET, CREIGHTON, NE, 68729 |
(402) 358-5115
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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 EWING, NE US, located 8.6 miles from ZCTA5 68726. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35.4° | 10.3° | 22.9° | 0.56" | 5.8" |
| February | 39.7° | 13.5° | 26.6° | 0.72" | 7.9" |
| March | 52.1° | 23.8° | 38.0° | 1.39" | 4.2" |
| April | 63.0° | 34.1° | 48.6° | 3.02" | 3.8" |
| May | 73.4° | 46.3° | 59.9° | 4.08" | 0.1" |
| June | 83.2° | 56.4° | 69.8° | 3.91" | 0.0" |
| July | 87.9° | 61.5° | 74.7° | 3.22" | 0.0" |
| August | 85.7° | 59.2° | 72.4° | 3.23" | 0.0" |
| September | 79.1° | 49.6° | 64.3° | 2.23" | 0.0" |
| October | 65.6° | 36.4° | 51.0° | 2.07" | 0.7" |
| November | 49.4° | 23.4° | 36.4° | 0.90" | 3.3" |
| December | 37.2° | 13.6° | 25.4° | 0.74" | 5.9" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clearwater village | Village | 1.4 mi | — |
| Ewing village | Village | 8.6 mi | — |
| Neligh city | City | 10.0 mi | — |
| Orchard village | Village | 10.6 mi | — |
| Royal village | Village | 11.1 mi | — |
| Oakdale village | Village | 14.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 68726. • 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.