68812 ZIP Code – Amherst, Nebraska
ZIP code 68812 is a small ZIP code located in Amherst, Nebraska, within Buffalo County with a population of approximately 637 residents. Residents earn a median household income of $70,750, which is near the Nebraska average and near the national figure. The median home value of $192,100 is below the national average, with 80.5% owner-occupied housing (increasing). . Median rent is $650, which is well below the U.S. average. Housing consists of 91% single-family (increasing).
The area reports an unemployment rate of 3.4%, below the national average. The poverty rate is 2.8%, well below the national average. An estimated 42.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average. At 37.5, the median age is near the national figure. Neighboring ZIP codes include 68858, 68870, 68866.
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ZIP 68812 vs. Nebraska vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 68812 | NE Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 637 | 3,367 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $70k | $70k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $192k | $159k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $650 | $829 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 37.5 | 43.8 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.4% | 2.6% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 2.8% | 9.5% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 42.0% | 25.3% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 68858 – Miller
- 68870 – Riverdale
- 68866 – Pleasanton
- 68878 – Sumner
- 68845 – Kearney
- 68861 – Odessa
- 68836 – Elm Creek
- 68844 – Hazard
- 68863 – Overton
- 68849 – Kearney
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 68858 | MILLER | 390 | $70,139 |
| 68870 | RIVERDALE | 602 | $80,221 |
| 68866 | PLEASANTON | 1,002 | $70,481 |
| 68878 | SUMNER | 595 | $73,125 |
| 68845 | KEARNEY | 21,234 | $73,450 |