| ZIP Code | 68502 |
|---|---|
| City | Lincoln |
| State | Nebraska (NE) |
| County | Lancaster County |
| Area Code | 402/531 |
| Elevation | 1,216 ft |
| Latitude | 40.78401 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -96.700404 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 31109 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.0 yrs ↑ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.15 |
| Below Poverty | 12.6% ▲ 26% above avg |
| College Grads | 50.0% ▲ 29% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.6% ▼ 26% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 372 (2.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,135 (19.5%) |
| Some College | 2,157 (13.4%) |
| Associates | 2,361 (14.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,660 (10.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,372 (39.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,825 ▼ 14% below avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
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| Median Home Value | $220,500 ▼ 21% below avg ↑ 47% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $812/mo ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,936 |
| Vacant Units | 781 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.15 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,936 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 781 |
| Owner Occupied | 52.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 47.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.15 |
ZIP code 68502 is located in Lincoln, Nebraska, within Lancaster County. With a population of 25,571, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37 years. Economically, 68502 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $65,825 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 68502 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $220,500 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $812 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (52.9%) and renters (47.1%). Median home values have increased by 47% since 2019.
The population of 68502 is primarily White (71.80%). Residents are well-educated — 50.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 12.6%. Household income has grown by 24% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 68502 stands at 3.6%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 68502 in Lincoln, NE is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 25,571 residents, a median household income of $65,825, and a median home value of $220,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Nebraska.