| ZIP Code | 68875 |
|---|---|
| City | Scotia |
| State | Nebraska (NE) |
| County | Greeley County |
| Area Code | 308 |
| Elevation | 2,129 ft |
| Latitude | 41.523113 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -98.685407 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 31077 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.8 yrs ↓ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.57 |
| Below Poverty | 14.0% ▲ 40% above avg |
| College Grads | 39.4% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 0.0% ▼ 100% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 126 (34%) |
| Some College | 46 (12.4%) |
| Associates | 51 (13.7%) |
| Bachelors | 66 (17.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 80 (21.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $76,250 ≈ Avg ↑ 54% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $96,700 ▼ 65% below avg ↑ 11% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $575/mo ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 311 |
| Vacant Units | 67 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.57 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 311 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 67 |
| Owner Occupied | 80.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 19.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.57 |
ZIP code 68875 is located in Scotia, Nebraska, within Greeley County. With a population of 627, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.8 years. Economically, 68875 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $76,250 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 68875 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $96,700 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $575 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 80.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 11% since 2019.
The population of 68875 is primarily White (86.76%). Residents are moderately educated — 39.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 14.0%. Household income has grown by 54% since 2019.
About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 72%.
Overall, ZIP code 68875 in Scotia, NE is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 627 residents, a median household income of $76,250, and a median home value of $96,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Nebraska.