Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
| Below Poverty | 12.2% ▲ 22% above avg |
| College Grads | 41.2% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 6.0% ▲ 22% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 56 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,379 (32.4%) |
| Some College | 450 (10.6%) |
| Associates | 633 (14.9%) |
| Bachelors | 459 (10.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,283 (30.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $62,933 ▼ 18% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $133,361 ▼ 52% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $694/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 3,300 |
| Vacant Units | 503 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Nemaha County is located in Nebraska and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 7,016 residents. With a median age of 39, it is a middle-aged county.
Nemaha County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $62,932 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.0%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 12.2% is above the national average.
Housing in Nemaha County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $133,361 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $694. Homeownership rates are high at 70.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Nemaha County are primarily White (89.64%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 41.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Nemaha 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68305 | Auburn | 4,338 | $58,371 | $127,100 | $755 | 4.3% | 37.3% |
| 68320 | Brock | 340 | $52,417 | $94,200 | $544 | 7.7% | 24.2% |
| 68321 | Brownville | 404 | $108,750 | $293,800 | — | 8.8% | 61.2% |
| 68378 | Johnson | 713 | $72,708 | $169,000 | $625 | 2.0% | 45.9% |
| 68379 | Julian | 42 | $29,861 | $55,000 | — | 16.1% | 43.6% |
| 68414 | Nemaha | 160 | $90,833 | $71,400 | $883 | 6.9% | 56.5% |
| 68421 | Peru | 1,019 | $57,838 | $97,500 | $504 | 13.6% | 49.9% |