| ZIP Code | 68860 |
|---|---|
| City | Oconto |
| State | Nebraska (NE) |
| County | Custer County |
| Area Code | 308 |
| Elevation | 2,466 ft |
| Latitude | 41.133983 |
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| Longitude | -99.795816 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 31041 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.4 yrs ↓ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.16 |
| Below Poverty | 7.7% ▼ 23% below avg |
| College Grads | 40.9% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.0% ▼ 18% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 65 (32%) |
| Some College | 34 (16.7%) |
| Associates | 21 (10.3%) |
| Bachelors | 37 (18.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 46 (22.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $61,250 ▼ 20% below avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
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| Median Home Value | $58,600 ▼ 79% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 177 |
| Vacant Units | 39 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.16 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 177 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 39 |
| Owner Occupied | 86.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 13.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.16 |
ZIP code 68860 is located in Oconto, Nebraska, within Custer County. With a population of 298, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.4 years. Economically, 68860 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $61,250 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 68860 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $58,600 is well below the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 86.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community.
The population of 68860 is primarily White (90.94%). Residents are well-educated — 40.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.7%. Household income has grown by 37% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 68860 stands at 4.0%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 70%.
Overall, ZIP code 68860 in Oconto, NE is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 298 residents, a median household income of $61,250, and a median home value of $58,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Nebraska.