Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.56 |
| Below Poverty | 12.3% ▲ 23% above avg |
| College Grads | 36.7% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 3.6% ▼ 26% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 48 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,087 (35.8%) |
| Some College | 650 (11.2%) |
| Associates | 901 (15.5%) |
| Bachelors | 936 (16.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,207 (20.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,367 ▼ 14% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $128,511 ▼ 54% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $705/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 4,743 |
| Vacant Units | 1,274 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Knox County is located in Nebraska and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 8,924 residents. With a median age of 45.27, it is a mature county.
Knox County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $65,366 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 12.3% is above the national average.
Housing in Knox County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $128,511 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $705. Homeownership rates are high at 79.1%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Knox County are primarily White (85.81%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 36.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Knox County, NE is a solidly middle-class area in Nebraska. The 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68718 | Bloomfield | 1,691 | $63,333 | $114,000 | $775 | 3.7% | 37.4% |
| 68724 | Center | 294 | $61,250 | $109,400 | $820 | 19.9% | 34.8% |
| 68729 | Creighton | 1,701 | $64,583 | $131,100 | $744 | 1.5% | 36.3% |
| 68730 | Crofton | 2,112 | $77,407 | $182,600 | $718 | 1.6% | 38.5% |
| 68760 | Niobrara | 1,141 | $44,821 | $89,800 | $550 | 6.0% | 33.7% |
| 68783 | Verdigre | 898 | $46,250 | $105,700 | $567 | 3.6% | 29.2% |
| 68786 | Wausa | 1,009 | $84,500 | $104,900 | $763 | 3.9% | 42.5% |
| 68789 | Winnetoon | 78 | $89,167 | — | — | 2.2% | 45.6% |