| ZIP Code | 68928 |
|---|---|
| City | Bladen |
| State | Nebraska (NE) |
| County | Webster County |
| Area Code | 402 |
| Elevation | 2,019 ft |
| Latitude | 40.284345 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -98.60684 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 31181 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 50.3 yrs ↓ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.25 |
| Below Poverty | 5.1% ▼ 49% below avg |
| College Grads | 43.3% ▲ 12% above avg |
| Unemployment | 0.0% ▼ 100% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 5 (2.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 92 (39.8%) |
| Some College | 25 (10.8%) |
| Associates | 9 (3.9%) |
| Bachelors | 33 (14.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 67 (29%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $64,583 ▼ 15% below avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $97,500 ▼ 65% below avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $950/mo |
| Total Units | 175 |
| Vacant Units | 28 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.25 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 175 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 28 |
| Owner Occupied | 97.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 2.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.25 |
ZIP code 68928 is located in Bladen, Nebraska, within Webster County. With a population of 331, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 50.3 years. Economically, 68928 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $64,583 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 68928 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $97,500 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $950 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 97.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 18% since 2019.
The population of 68928 is primarily White (95.17%). Residents are well-educated — 43.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.1%. Household income has grown by 32% since 2019.
About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 68928 in Bladen, NE is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 331 residents, a median household income of $64,583, and a median home value of $97,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Nebraska.