ZIP Code 68729, Nebraska
ZIP Code 68729 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 68729 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Antelope County / Knox County, Nebraska. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,735. The land area covers 167.41 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,735 | ±210 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 44.4 yrs | ±6.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 727 | ±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 | 831 | ±86 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 727 | ±79 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 104 | ±52 |
| Median Home Value | $152,300 | ±$33,198 |
| Median Gross Rent | $735 | ±$60 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $63,292 | ±$8,553 |
| Per Capita Income | $36,047 | ±$5,731 |
| Poverty Rate | 11.2% | ±3.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 189 | ±69 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.9% | ±1.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 798 | ±123 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 77.6% | ±5.9% |
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: 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 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | BLOOMFIELD, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | BLOOMFIELD, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | CREIGHTON, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | CREIGHTON, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | PLAINVIEW, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | PLAINVIEW, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | VERDIGRE, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | VERDIGRE, NE | |
| 1 Nearby | 2-11 | CREIGHTON, NE | |
| 6 Nearby | 2-10 | PLAINVIEW, 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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CREIGHTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.7 mi away | 701 STATE STREET, CREIGHTON, NE, 68729 |
(402) 358-5115
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PLAINVIEW PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.5 mi away | 209 N. PINE ST, PLAINVIEW, NE, 68769 |
(402) 582-4507
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VERDIGRE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.5 mi away | 101 EAST 3RD AVENUE, VERDIGRE, NE, 68783 |
(402) 668-2677
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BLOOMFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.7 mi away | 121 SOUTH BROADWAY, BLOOMFIELD, NE, 68718 |
(402) 373-4588
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OSMOND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.8 mi away | 412 NORTH STATE STREET, OSMOND, NE, 68765 |
(402) 748-3382
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LIED LINCOLN TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 18.9 mi away | 603 E. NORRIS ST., WAUSA, NE, 68786 |
(402) 586-2454
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ORCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.4 mi away | 407 EAST 4TH STREET, SUITE 200, ORCHARD, NE, 68764 |
(402) 893-4606
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NIOBRARA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.8 mi away | 25414 PARK AVENUE, SUITE 3, NIOBRARA, NE, 68760 |
(402) 857-3565
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NELIGH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 24.7 mi away | 710 MAIN STREET, NELIGH, NE, 68756 |
(402) 887-5140
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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 CREIGHTON, NE US, located 1.2 miles from ZCTA5 68729. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31.2° | 10.5° | 20.8° | 0.60" | 7.1" |
| February | 35.9° | 13.6° | 24.8° | 0.79" | 8.4" |
| March | 48.0° | 23.8° | 35.9° | 1.67" | 7.9" |
| April | 59.7° | 35.1° | 47.4° | 3.04" | 2.5" |
| May | 71.4° | 48.0° | 59.7° | 4.29" | 0.0" |
| June | 81.5° | 58.6° | 70.0° | 4.27" | 0.0" |
| July | 86.2° | 63.1° | 74.6° | 3.53" | 0.0" |
| August | 84.1° | 60.3° | 72.2° | 3.65" | 0.0" |
| September | 76.7° | 50.8° | 63.7° | 3.07" | 0.0" |
| October | 63.5° | 37.3° | 50.4° | 2.26" | 1.0" |
| November | 47.5° | 24.6° | 36.1° | 1.01" | 2.7" |
| December | 33.6° | 14.5° | 24.0° | 0.95" | 6.0" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Creighton city | City | 0.9 mi | — |
| Bazile Mills village | Village | 2.4 mi | — |
| Winnetoon village | Village | 3.7 mi | — |
| Center village | Village | 9.2 mi | — |
| Brunswick village | Village | 10.2 mi | — |
| Plainview city | City | 10.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 68729. • 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.