| ZIP Code | 68340 |
|---|---|
| City | Deshler |
| State | Nebraska (NE) |
| County | Thayer County |
| Area Code | 402 |
| Elevation | 1,589 ft |
| Latitude | 40.126413 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -97.738517 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 31169 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.8 yrs ↓ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.55 |
| Below Poverty | 5.0% ▼ 50% below avg |
| College Grads | 41.3% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.0% ▼ 17% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 184 (28.3%) |
| Some College | 74 (11.4%) |
| Associates | 124 (19%) |
| Bachelors | 115 (17.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 154 (23.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $64,271 ▼ 16% below avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $105,000 ▼ 62% below avg ↑ 53% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $485/mo ↓ 26% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 449 |
| Vacant Units | 68 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.55 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 449 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 68 |
| Owner Occupied | 77.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 22.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.55 |
ZIP code 68340 is located in Deshler, Nebraska, within Thayer County. With a population of 1,003, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.8 years. Economically, 68340 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $64,271 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 68340 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $105,000 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $485 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 77.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 53% since 2019.
The population of 68340 is primarily White (93.22%). Residents are well-educated — 41.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.0%. Household income has grown by 22% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 68340 stands at 4.0%, which is below the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 68340 in Deshler, NE is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,003 residents, a median household income of $64,271, and a median home value of $105,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Nebraska.