ZIP Code 68815, Nebraska
ZIP Code 68815 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 68815 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Custer County / Sherman County / Valley County, Nebraska. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 652. The land area covers 164.36 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 652 | ±166 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 44.1 yrs | ±5.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 266 | ±67 | 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 | 353 | ±65 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 266 | ±67 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 87 | ±36 |
| Median Home Value | $161,600 | ±$47,196 |
| Median Gross Rent | $675 | ±$342 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $69,808 | ±$22,215 |
| Per Capita Income | $39,916 | ±$8,077 |
| Poverty Rate | 6.4% | ±3.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 42 | ±23 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±2.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 349 | ±104 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 72.6% | ±5.8% |
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: 10,487 (2024)
ID: 130174
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: SUPERVISOR
431 S 10TH AVE, 7, BROKEN BOW NE 68822-2052
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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 | ANSLEY, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | ANSLEY, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | ARCADIA, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | ARCADIA, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | LOUP CITY, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | LOUP CITY, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | ORD, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | ORD, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | SARGENT, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | SARGENT, 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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ARCADIA TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 1.6 mi away | 100 SOUTH REYNOLDS, ARCADIA, NE, 68815 |
(308) 789-6346
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LOUP CITY LIBRARY
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Library | 14.0 mi away | 800 NORTH 8TH STREET, LOUP CITY, NE, 68853 |
(308) 745-1589
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ANSLEY TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 15.2 mi away | 619 MAIN STREET, ANSLEY, NE, 68814 | — |
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SUNSHINE TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 16.0 mi away | 417 MAIN STREET, MASON CITY, NE, 68855 | — |
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ORD TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 16.7 mi away | 1718 M STREET, ORD, NE, 68862 |
(308) 728-3012
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SARGENT TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 18.4 mi away | 506 MAIN STREET, SARGENT, NE, 68874 |
(308) 527-4241
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LITCHFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.8 mi away | 102 WEST BUFFORD STREET, LITCHFIELD, NE, 68852 | — |
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NORTH LOUP TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 20.3 mi away | 112 SOUTH B STREET, NORTH LOUP, NE, 68859 |
(308) 496-3151
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SCOTIA PUBLIC LIBRARY & HERITAGE CENTER
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Library | 23.6 mi away | 110 S. MAIN, SCOTIA, NE, 68875 |
(308) 245-3191
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GARFIELD COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 24.4 mi away | 217 G STREET, BURWELL, NE, 68823 |
(308) 346-4711
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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 LOUP CITY, NE US, located 14.2 miles from ZCTA5 68815. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37.4° | 12.4° | 24.9° | 0.56" | 7.7" |
| February | 41.3° | 15.5° | 28.4° | 0.66" | 6.5" |
| March | 52.6° | 25.1° | 38.9° | 1.53" | 4.5" |
| April | 62.9° | 35.1° | 49.0° | 2.94" | 1.2" |
| May | 72.9° | 46.4° | 59.6° | 4.36" | 0.0" |
| June | 83.7° | 57.9° | 70.8° | 4.14" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.2° | 62.9° | 75.5° | 3.23" | 0.0" |
| August | 86.1° | 60.5° | 73.3° | 3.19" | 0.0" |
| September | 78.7° | 50.4° | 64.5° | 2.18" | 0.0" |
| October | 65.7° | 36.7° | 51.2° | 1.88" | 1.3" |
| November | 51.7° | 24.3° | 38.0° | 1.13" | 3.3" |
| December | 39.6° | 15.6° | 27.6° | 0.67" | 6.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arcadia village | Village | 1.6 mi | — |
| Comstock village | Village | 9.9 mi | — |
| Westerville CDP | CDP | 11.9 mi | — |
| Loup City city | City | 14.4 mi | — |
| Ansley village | Village | 15.3 mi | — |
| Mason City village | Village | 16.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 68815. • 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.