US ZIP Code
68303

Alexandria, NE

Thayer County  ·  Nebraska

● Active
👥 208 Population ↓ 34% since 2019
💰 $61,364 Median HH Income
▼ 20% below avg ↓ 13% since 2019
🎂 53.8 Median Age ↑ 16% since 2019
🏠 $66,400 Median Home Value
▼ 76% below avg ↑ 16% since 2019
🎓 28.3% College Grads
▼ 27% below avg
📊 0.0% Unemployment
▼ 100% below avg ↓ 100% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code68303
CityAlexandria
StateNebraska (NE)
CountyThayer County
Area Code402
Elevation1,493 ft
Latitude40.262307
Longitude-97.415362
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS31169
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 52.4% (109) Female 47.6% (99) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 92.3%Other: 3.9%Race
White92.3%
Other3.9%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
7%
5–17
3%
18–24
6%
25–44
10%
45–64
42%
65+
20%

Key Indicators

Median Age53.8 yrs ↑ 16% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.21
Below Poverty9.6% ≈ Avg
College Grads28.3% ▼ 27% below avg
Unemployment0.0% ▼ 100% below avg
HS Graduate74 (44.6%)
Some College22 (13.3%)
Associates23 (13.9%)
Bachelors30 (18.1%)
Graduate Degree17 (10.2%)

Education

HS Grad: 44.6%Some College: 13.3%Associates: 13.9%Bachelors: 18.1%Graduate: 10.2%Edu
HS Grad44.6%
Some College13.3%
Associates13.9%
Bachelors18.1%
Graduate10.2%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 93.6%Renter: 6.4%Tenure
Owner93.6%
Renter6.4%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
34%
$50k–100k
28%
$100k–150k
7%
$150k–200k
6%
$200k–300k
13%
$300k–500k
13%

Financials

Median HH Income$61,364 ▼ 20% below avg ↓ 13% since 2019
Median Home Value$66,400 ▼ 76% below avg ↑ 16% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio1.1x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$525/mo
Total Units167
Vacant Units73
Avg HH Size2.21

Income Distribution

Under $25k
16%
$25k–50k
3%
$50k–75k
37%
$75k–100k
18%
$100k–150k
23%
Over $200k
2%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
95%
Work From Home
5%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
29%
15–30 min
30%
30–45 min
36%
Over 45 min
6%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
6%
1940s–1950s
14%
1960s–1970s
1%
1980s–1990s
12%
2000+
67%

Summary

Total Units167
Vacant73
Owner Occupied93.6%
Renter Occupied6.4%
Avg HH Size2.21
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 68303 is in Alexandria, NE, in Thayer County.
ZIP code 68303 is located in Nebraska (NE).
ZIP code 68303 is in Thayer County, NE.
ZIP 68303 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 68303 is 208 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 68303 is $61,364 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 68303 is $66,400 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 68303

ZIP code 68303 is located in Alexandria, Nebraska, within Thayer County. With a population of 208, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 53.8 years. Economically, 68303 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $61,364 is below the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 68303 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $66,400 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $525 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 93.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 16% since 2019.

The population of 68303 is primarily White (92.31%). Residents are moderately educated — 28.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.6%. Household income has declined by 13% since 2019.

As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 81%.

Overall, ZIP code 68303 in Alexandria, NE is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 208 residents, a median household income of $61,364, and a median home value of $66,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Nebraska.