Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.67 |
| Below Poverty | 6.6% ▼ 34% below avg |
| College Grads | 42.9% ▲ 11% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.4% ▼ 31% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 41 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,615 (26.3%) |
| Some College | 578 (9.4%) |
| Associates | 1,278 (20.8%) |
| Bachelors | 819 (13.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,817 (29.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $78,595 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $241,041 ▼ 14% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $761/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 4,061 |
| Vacant Units | 623 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Hamilton County is located in Nebraska and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 9,292 residents. With a median age of 41.17, it is a middle-aged county.
Hamilton County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $78,594 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 6.6% is well below the national average.
Housing in Hamilton County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $241,041 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $760. Homeownership rates are high at 82.8%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Hamilton County are primarily White (92.65%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 42.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Hamilton County, NE is a middle-income area in Nebraska. The 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68818 | Aurora | 5,596 | $72,330 | $243,800 | $719 | 3.5% | 44.4% |
| 68841 | Giltner | 777 | $81,111 | $218,800 | $813 | 2.0% | 38.4% |
| 68843 | Hampton | 875 | $88,036 | $225,000 | $888 | 4.2% | 48.9% |
| 68846 | Hordville | 315 | $57,045 | $86,800 | $756 | 0.0% | 20.7% |
| 68854 | Marquette | 679 | $81,125 | $272,800 | $842 | 0.7% | 46.8% |
| 68865 | Phillips | 1,050 | $107,083 | $281,900 | $788 | 6.1% | 36.9% |