| ZIP Code | 68947 |
|---|---|
| City | Hildreth |
| State | Nebraska (NE) |
| County | Franklin County |
| Area Code | 308 |
| Elevation | 2,204 ft |
| Latitude | 40.301383 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -99.051893 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 31061 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.2 yrs ↓ 11% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.39 |
| Below Poverty | 7.3% ▼ 27% below avg |
| College Grads | 35.4% ▼ 9% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.5% ▼ 9% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 140 (30.8%) |
| Some College | 60 (13.2%) |
| Associates | 93 (20.4%) |
| Bachelors | 55 (12.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 106 (23.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,750 ▼ 14% below avg ↑ 17% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $134,400 ▼ 52% below avg ↑ 47% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $645/mo ↑ 11% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 301 |
| Vacant Units | 20 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 301 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 20 |
| Owner Occupied | 80.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 19.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
ZIP code 68947 is located in Hildreth, Nebraska, within Franklin County. With a population of 681, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.2 years. Economically, 68947 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $65,750 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 68947 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $134,400 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $645 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 80.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 47% since 2019.
The population of 68947 is primarily White (97.50%). Residents are moderately educated — 35.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.3%. Household income has grown by 17% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 68947 stands at 4.5%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 84%.
Overall, ZIP code 68947 in Hildreth, NE is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 681 residents, a median household income of $65,750, and a median home value of $134,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Nebraska.