68421 ZIP Code – Peru, Nebraska
ZIP code 68421 is a small ZIP code located in Peru, Nebraska, within Nemaha County with a population of approximately 1,046 residents. The median household income is $55,368 — below the Nebraska average and below the national average. Median home values of $96,000 are well below the national average, with 80.6% owner-occupied housing (increasing). . Median rent is $542, which is well below the U.S. average. Housing consists of 88% single-family (increasing), 11% duplex/multi-family.
At 13.6%, the unemployment rate is well above the national figure. About 17.9% of residents live below the poverty line, above the national rate. An estimated 42.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average. ZIP codes in the surrounding area include 64496, 68379, 68321.
ZIP Code 68421 Data
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ZIP 68421 vs. Nebraska vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 68421 | NE Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,046 | 3,367 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $55k | $70k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $96k | $159k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $542 | $829 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 21.2 | 43.8 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 13.6% | 2.6% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 17.9% | 9.5% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 42.5% | 25.3% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 64496 – Watson
- 68379 – Julian
- 68321 – Brownville
- 51640 – Hamburg
- 68305 – Auburn
- 64482 – Rock Port
- 68320 – Brock
- 68414 – Nemaha
- 68410 – Nebraska City
- 68448 – Talmage
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 64496 | WATSON | 186 | $45,625 |
| 68379 | JULIAN | 57 | $29,643 |
| 68321 | BROWNVILLE | 376 | $107,917 |
| 51640 | HAMBURG | 1,503 | $59,300 |
| 68305 | AUBURN | 4,329 | $56,548 |