Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
| Below Poverty | 13.4% ▲ 34% above avg |
| College Grads | 40.2% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 2.7% ▼ 46% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 65 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,434 (32%) |
| Some College | 599 (13.4%) |
| Associates | 615 (13.7%) |
| Bachelors | 564 (12.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,206 (26.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $60,762 ▼ 20% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $134,460 ▼ 52% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $704/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 3,288 |
| Vacant Units | 458 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Burt County is located in Nebraska and encompasses 5 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 6,803 residents. With a median age of 44.1, it is a middle-aged county.
Burt County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $60,761 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 2.7%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 13.4% is above the national average.
Housing in Burt County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $134,460 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $703. Homeownership rates are high at 76.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Burt County are primarily White (90.89%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 40.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Burt County, NE is a solidly middle-class area in Nebraska. The 5 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68019 | Craig | 441 | $50,625 | $135,200 | $1,083 | 0.4% | 45.6% |
| 68020 | Decatur | 655 | $51,250 | $86,400 | $525 | 12.7% | 31.9% |
| 68038 | Lyons | 1,267 | $48,199 | $114,800 | $720 | 1.9% | 34.7% |
| 68045 | Oakland | 2,191 | $76,842 | $171,300 | $693 | 0.4% | 47.1% |
| 68061 | Tekamah | 2,249 | $56,932 | $123,500 | $683 | 2.8% | 37.8% |