| ZIP Code | 68023 |
|---|---|
| City | Fort Calhoun |
| State | Nebraska (NE) |
| County | Washington County |
| Area Code | 402 |
| Elevation | 943 ft |
| Latitude | 41.46483 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -96.015357 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 31177 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.4 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.48 |
| Below Poverty | 6.4% ▼ 36% below avg |
| College Grads | 36.5% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 0.4% ▼ 92% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 661 (34.8%) |
| Some College | 144 (7.6%) |
| Associates | 401 (21.1%) |
| Bachelors | 140 (7.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 552 (29.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $118,281 ▲ 55% above avg ↑ 44% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $347,700 ▲ 25% above avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,019/mo ↑ 16% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,122 |
| Vacant Units | 31 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.48 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,122 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 31 |
| Owner Occupied | 78.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 21.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.48 |
ZIP code 68023 is located in Fort Calhoun, Nebraska, within Washington County. With a population of 2,711, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.4 years. Economically, 68023 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $118,281 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 68023 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $347,700 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,019 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 78.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 21% since 2019.
The population of 68023 is primarily White (91.81%). Residents are moderately educated — 36.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.4%. Household income has grown by 44% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 68023 stands at 0.4%, which is well below the national average. About 17% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 68023 in Fort Calhoun, NE is characterized as upper-middle-income, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,711 residents, a median household income of $118,281, and a median home value of $347,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Nebraska.