Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.25 |
| Below Poverty | 9.5% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 35.7% ▼ 8% below avg |
| Unemployment | 1.0% ▼ 80% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 21 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,723 (37%) |
| Some College | 658 (14.1%) |
| Associates | 603 (13%) |
| Bachelors | 701 (15.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 948 (20.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $62,584 ▼ 18% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $121,532 ▼ 56% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $684/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 3,631 |
| Vacant Units | 554 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Jefferson County is located in Nebraska and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 7,050 residents. With a median age of 44.11, it is a middle-aged county.
Jefferson County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $62,584 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 1.0%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 9.5% is near the national average.
Housing in Jefferson County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $121,532 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $684. Homeownership rates are high at 71.8%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Jefferson County are primarily White (91.19%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 35.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Jefferson County, NE is a solidly middle-class area in Nebraska. The 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68338 | Daykin | 198 | $95,625 | $110,600 | $1,000 | 5.2% | 45.5% |
| 68342 | Diller | 525 | $80,625 | $126,000 | — | 0.0% | 42.7% |
| 68350 | Endicott | 221 | $72,917 | $77,300 | — | 2.7% | 11.3% |
| 68352 | Fairbury | 4,897 | $55,734 | $122,600 | $662 | 0.9% | 35.0% |
| 68377 | Jansen | 346 | $76,250 | $85,000 | — | 1.1% | 16.8% |
| 68424 | Plymouth | 747 | $76,667 | $144,300 | $788 | 0.5% | 49.9% |