| ZIP Code | 68442 |
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| City | Stella |
| State | Nebraska (NE) |
| County | Richardson County |
| Area Code | 402 |
| Elevation | 1,017 ft |
| Latitude | 40.239003 |
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| Longitude | -95.772913 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 31147 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 64.1 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
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| Avg Household Size | 1.97 |
| Below Poverty | 6.9% ▼ 31% below avg |
| College Grads | 27.7% ▼ 29% below avg |
| Unemployment | 12.9% ▲ 164% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 81 (41.5%) |
| Some College | 43 (22.1%) |
| Associates | 17 (8.7%) |
| Bachelors | 22 (11.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 32 (16.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $56,500 ▼ 26% below avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
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| Median Home Value | $145,000 ▼ 48% below avg ↑ 75% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 130 |
| Vacant Units | 12 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.97 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 130 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 12 |
| Owner Occupied | 84.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 15.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.97 |
ZIP code 68442 is located in Stella, Nebraska, within Richardson County. With a population of 232, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 64.1 years. Economically, 68442 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $56,500 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 68442 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $145,000 is below the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 84.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 75% since 2019.
The population of 68442 is primarily White (89.66%). Residents are moderately educated — 27.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.9%. Household income has grown by 37% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 68442 stands at 12.9%, which is more than double the national average. About 17% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 63%.
Overall, ZIP code 68442 in Stella, NE is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 232 residents, a median household income of $56,500, and a median home value of $145,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Nebraska.