Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.44 |
| Below Poverty | 11.2% ▲ 12% above avg |
| College Grads | 40.5% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 2.4% ▼ 51% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 430 (1.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,336 (30.2%) |
| Some College | 3,024 (12.5%) |
| Associates | 3,617 (14.9%) |
| Bachelors | 4,151 (17.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,700 (23.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $66,510 ▼ 13% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $190,314 ▼ 32% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $854/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 16,920 |
| Vacant Units | 1,265 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Madison County is located in Nebraska and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 39,066 residents. With a median age of 38.11, it is a middle-aged county.
Madison County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $66,509 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 2.4%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 11.2% is above the national average.
Housing in Madison County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $190,314 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $853. Homeownership rates are high at 69.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Madison County are primarily White (78.88%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 40.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Madison 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68715 | Battle Creek | 1,892 | $100,368 | $197,200 | $1,038 | 0.0% | 55.6% |
| 68748 | Madison | 2,698 | $65,250 | $140,400 | $836 | 3.3% | 30.8% |
| 68752 | Meadow Grove | 609 | $68,333 | $124,300 | $1,163 | 0.0% | 51.2% |
| 68758 | Newman Grove | 1,307 | $61,875 | $112,800 | $688 | 9.2% | 33.7% |
| 68701 | Norfolk | 31,172 | $64,862 | $200,400 | $855 | 2.3% | 40.6% |
| 68781 | Tilden | 1,388 | $63,375 | $153,400 | $626 | 1.3% | 38.3% |