Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 30.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 3.43 |
| Below Poverty | 17.2% ▲ 72% above avg |
| College Grads | 35.6% ▼ 8% below avg |
| Unemployment | 11.0% ▲ 124% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 30 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,106 (31.6%) |
| Some College | 526 (15%) |
| Associates | 524 (15%) |
| Bachelors | 553 (15.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 759 (21.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $64,299 ▼ 16% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $114,798 ▼ 59% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $743/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 2,315 |
| Vacant Units | 307 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Thurston County is located in Nebraska and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 6,720 residents. With a median age of 30.56, it is a relatively young county.
Thurston County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $64,299 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 11.0%, more than double the national average. The poverty rate of 17.2% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Thurston County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $114,798 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $742.
The residents of Thurston County are racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 37.6%. Educational attainment is moderately educated — 35.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Thurston County, NE is a solidly middle-class 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68039 | Macy | 1,153 | $44,063 | — | $694 | 27.0% | 14.2% |
| 68047 | Pender | 1,900 | $74,375 | $183,700 | $867 | 2.4% | 44.3% |
| 68055 | Rosalie | 333 | $65,417 | $51,100 | $850 | 5.3% | 37.2% |
| 68062 | Thurston | 364 | $83,472 | $158,300 | $625 | 0.0% | 50.2% |
| 68067 | Walthill | 1,191 | $62,837 | $55,100 | $718 | 12.5% | 37.2% |
| 68071 | Winnebago | 1,779 | $63,500 | $84,200 | $662 | 12.1% | 35.8% |