| ZIP Code | 68642 |
|---|---|
| City | Humphrey |
| State | Nebraska (NE) |
| County | Platte County |
| Area Code | 402/531 |
| Elevation | 1,686 ft |
| Latitude | 41.689215 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -97.513932 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 31141 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.8 yrs ↓ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.60 |
| Below Poverty | 4.3% ▼ 57% below avg |
| College Grads | 44.2% ▲ 14% above avg |
| Unemployment | 0.7% ▼ 86% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 369 (33.9%) |
| Some College | 78 (7.2%) |
| Associates | 159 (14.6%) |
| Bachelors | 240 (22%) |
| Graduate Degree | 242 (22.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $91,645 ▲ 20% above avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $255,400 ▼ 8% below avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $671/mo ↓ 17% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 691 |
| Vacant Units | 38 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.60 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 691 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 38 |
| Owner Occupied | 88.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 11.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.60 |
ZIP code 68642 is located in Humphrey, Nebraska, within Platte County. With a population of 1,704, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.8 years. Economically, 68642 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $91,645 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 68642 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $255,400 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $671 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 88.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 34% since 2019.
The population of 68642 is primarily White (98.24%). 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 4.3%. Household income has grown by 21% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 68642 stands at 0.7%, which is well below the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 68642 in Humphrey, NE is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,704 residents, a median household income of $91,645, and a median home value of $255,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Nebraska.