ZIP Code 68786, Nebraska
ZIP Code 68786 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 68786 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Cedar County / Knox County / Pierce County, Nebraska. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,080. The land area covers 124.76 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,080 | ±139 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 44 yrs | ±8.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 432 | ±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 | 542 | ±67 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 432 | ±60 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 110 | ±39 |
| Median Home Value | $103,400 | ±$16,729 |
| Median Gross Rent | $765 | ±$174 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $78,750 | ±$18,371 |
| Per Capita Income | $37,348 | ±$4,911 |
| Poverty Rate | 2.8% | ±1.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 29 | ±18 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.2% | ±1.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 565 | ±85 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87% | ±4.7% |
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: 8,262 (2024)
ID: 130172
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CEDAR COUNTY CLERK
PO BOX 47, HARTINGTON NE 68739-0047
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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 | HARTINGTON, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | HARTINGTON, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | OSMOND, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | OSMOND, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | PLAINVIEW, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | PLAINVIEW, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | RANDOLPH, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | RANDOLPH, 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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LIED LINCOLN TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 1.0 mi away | 603 E. NORRIS ST., WAUSA, NE, 68786 |
(402) 586-2454
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BLOOMFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.0 mi away | 121 SOUTH BROADWAY, BLOOMFIELD, NE, 68718 |
(402) 373-4588
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OSMOND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.0 mi away | 412 NORTH STATE STREET, OSMOND, NE, 68765 |
(402) 748-3382
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LIED RANDOLPH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.2 mi away | 111 NORTH DOUGLAS, RANDOLPH, NE, 68771 |
(402) 337-0046
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PLAINVIEW PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.7 mi away | 209 N. PINE ST, PLAINVIEW, NE, 68769 |
(402) 582-4507
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EASTERN TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 16.2 mi away | 206 WEST MAIN STREET, CROFTON, NE, 68730 |
(402) 388-4915
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HARTINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.0 mi away | 106 SOUTH BROADWAY, HARTINGTON, NE, 68739 |
(402) 254-6245
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CREIGHTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.9 mi away | 701 STATE STREET, CREIGHTON, NE, 68729 |
(402) 358-5115
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LIED PIERCE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.9 mi away | 207 WEST COURT, PIERCE, NE, 68767 |
(402) 329-6324
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LAUREL COMMUNITY LEARNING CENTER
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Library | 24.2 mi away | 502 WAKEFIELD ST., LAUREL, NE, 68745 |
(402) 256-3431
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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 OSMOND, NE US, located 10.2 miles from ZCTA5 68786. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30.7° | 9.9° | 20.3° | 0.58" | — |
| February | 35.5° | 13.1° | 24.3° | 0.72" | — |
| March | 48.2° | 23.6° | 35.9° | 1.58" | — |
| April | 60.3° | 34.9° | 47.6° | 2.69" | — |
| May | 71.9° | 47.8° | 59.8° | 3.98" | — |
| June | 81.2° | 58.8° | 70.0° | 4.02" | — |
| July | 86.3° | 62.9° | 74.6° | 3.21" | — |
| August | 83.5° | 60.1° | 71.8° | 3.23" | — |
| September | 76.6° | 50.8° | 63.7° | 3.18" | — |
| October | 63.5° | 37.1° | 50.3° | 2.41" | — |
| November | 46.7° | 23.1° | 34.9° | 1.11" | — |
| December | 33.8° | 13.3° | 23.6° | 0.82" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wausa village | Village | 1.0 mi | — |
| Magnet village | Village | 5.5 mi | — |
| Bloomfield city | City | 8.1 mi | — |
| McLean village | Village | 9.2 mi | — |
| Osmond city | City | 10.1 mi | — |
| Randolph city | City | 13.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 68786. • 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.