68961 ZIP Code – Nelson, Nebraska
ZIP code 68961 is a small ZIP code located in Nelson, Nebraska, within Nuckolls County with a population of approximately 543 residents. Residents earn a median household income of $53,750, which is below the Nebraska average and below the national figure. Homes in this ZIP code have a median value of $68,300, well below the national average, with 81.3% owner-occupied housing (decreasing). Housing consists of 96% single-family (decreasing).
About 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line, below the national rate. An estimated 25.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. Residents have a median age of 59.5, above the U.S. median. ZIP codes in the surrounding area include 68964, 68974, 68978.
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ZIP 68961 vs. Nebraska vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 68961 | NE Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 543 | 3,367 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $53k | $70k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $68k | $159k | $258k |
| Median Rent | — | $829 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 59.5 | 43.8 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0.0% | 2.6% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 8.7% | 9.5% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 25.4% | 25.3% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 68964 – Oak
- 68974 – Ruskin
- 68978 – Superior
- 68934 – Deweese
- 68957 – Lawrence
- 68935 – Edgar
- 68335 – Davenport
- 68943 – Hardy
- 68938 – Fairfield
- 68452 – Ong
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 68964 | OAK | 115 | $145,714 |
| 68974 | RUSKIN | 279 | $74,667 |
| 68978 | SUPERIOR | 2,449 | $61,142 |
| 68934 | DEWEESE | 135 | Not provided |
| 68957 | LAWRENCE | 476 | $85,250 |