US ZIP Code
69214

Johnstown, NE

Brown County  ·  Nebraska

● Active
👥 175 Population ↓ 52% since 2019
💰 $61,304 Median HH Income
▼ 20% below avg ↑ 45% since 2019
🎂 48.0 Median Age ↑ 92% since 2019
🏠 $180,800 Median Home Value
▼ 35% below avg ↑ 71% since 2019
🎓 24.8% College Grads
▼ 36% below avg
📊 0.0% Unemployment
▼ 100% below avg
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code69214
CityJohnstown
StateNebraska (NE)
CountyBrown County
Area Code402
Elevation2,785 ft
Latitude42.448252
Longitude-100.100493
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS31017
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 68.0% (119) Female 32.0% (56) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 78.9%Hispanic: 2.9%Black: 0.6%Other: 11.4%Race
White78.9%
Hispanic2.9%
Black0.6%
Other11.4%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
9%
5–17
9%
18–24
4%
25–44
17%
45–64
41%
65+
1%

Key Indicators

Median Age48.0 yrs ↑ 92% since 2019
Avg Household Size1.91
Below Poverty0.0% ▼ 100% below avg
College Grads24.8% ▼ 36% below avg
Unemployment0.0% ▼ 100% below avg
No HS Diploma12 (8.8%)
HS Graduate17 (12.4%)
Some College27 (19.7%)
Associates47 (34.3%)
Bachelors9 (6.6%)
Graduate Degree25 (18.2%)

Education

No HS: 8.8%HS Grad: 12.4%Some College: 19.7%Associates: 34.3%Bachelors: 6.6%Graduate: 18.2%Edu
No HS8.8%
HS Grad12.4%
Some College19.7%
Associates34.3%
Bachelors6.6%
Graduate18.2%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 61.4%Renter: 38.6%Tenure
Owner61.4%
Renter38.6%

Home Value Distribution

$50k–100k
48%
$150k–200k
29%
$200k–300k
23%

Financials

Median HH Income$61,304 ▼ 20% below avg ↑ 45% since 2019
Median Home Value$180,800 ▼ 35% below avg ↑ 71% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Total Units126
Vacant Units38
Avg HH Size1.91

Income Distribution

Under $25k
13%
$50k–75k
73%
Over $200k
15%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
61%
Walked
22%
Work From Home
18%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
34%
15–30 min
46%
30–45 min
19%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
37%
1960s–1970s
7%
2000+
56%

Summary

Total Units126
Vacant38
Owner Occupied61.4%
Renter Occupied38.6%
Avg HH Size1.91
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 69214 is in Johnstown, NE, in Brown County.
ZIP code 69214 is located in Nebraska (NE).
ZIP code 69214 is in Brown County, NE.
ZIP 69214 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 69214 is 175 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 69214 is $61,304 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 69214 is $180,800 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 69214

ZIP code 69214 is located in Johnstown, Nebraska, within Brown County. With a population of 175, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 48 years. Economically, 69214 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $61,304 is below the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 69214 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $180,800 is below the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 61.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 71% since 2019.

The population of 69214 is primarily White (78.86%). Residents are less-educated — 24.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Household income has grown by 45% since 2019.

About 16% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 56%.

Overall, ZIP code 69214 in Johnstown, NE is characterized as solidly middle-class, less-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 175 residents, a median household income of $61,304, and a median home value of $180,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Nebraska.