| ZIP Code | 68438 |
|---|---|
| City | Sprague |
| State | Nebraska (NE) |
| County | Lancaster County |
| Area Code | 402 |
| Elevation | 1,285 ft |
| Latitude | 40.626558 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -96.744665 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 31109 |
| ZIP Type | PO Box |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.0 yrs ↓ 39% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.46 |
| Below Poverty | 10.0% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 44.2% ▲ 14% above avg |
| Unemployment | 8.7% ▲ 78% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 23 (26.7%) |
| Some College | 14 (16.3%) |
| Associates | 11 (12.8%) |
| Bachelors | 6 (7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 32 (37.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $85,156 ▲ 12% above avg ↑ 51% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $189,300 ▼ 32% below avg ↑ 61% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,563/mo |
| Total Units | 57 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.46 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 57 |
|---|---|
| Owner Occupied | 84.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 15.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.46 |
ZIP code 68438 is located in Sprague, Nebraska, within Lancaster County. With a population of 140, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36 years. Economically, 68438 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $85,156 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 68438 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $189,300 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,563 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 84.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 61% since 2019.
The population of 68438 is primarily White (97.86%). Residents are well-educated — 44.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 10.0%. Household income has grown by 51% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 68438 stands at 8.7%, which is significantly above the national average. About 19% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 68438 in Sprague, NE is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 140 residents, a median household income of $85,156, and a median home value of $189,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Nebraska.