68521 ZIP Code – Lincoln, Nebraska
ZIP code 68521 is a large ZIP code located in Lincoln, Nebraska, within Lancaster County with a population of approximately 38,231 residents. At $62,582, the median household income here runs near the Nebraska average and near the U.S. average. At $219,300, median home values run below the national average, with 57.8% owner-occupied housing (decreasing). . Median rent is $1,170, which is near the U.S. average. Housing consists of 64% single-family (decreasing), 27% apartments (increasing).
Unemployment stands at 2.9%, which is well below the U.S. rate. The poverty rate is 14.2%, near the national average. An estimated 31.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average. Residents have a median age of 31.4, below the U.S. median. The surrounding area includes ZIP codes 68588, 68531, 68504.
ZIP Code 68521 Data
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ZIP 68521 vs. Nebraska vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 68521 | NE Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 38k | 3,367 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $62k | $70k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $219k | $159k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $1,170 | $829 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 31.4 | 43.8 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.9% | 2.6% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 14.2% | 9.5% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 31.9% | 25.3% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 68588 – Lincoln
- 68531 – Lincoln
- 68504 – Lincoln
- 68508 – Lincoln
- 68503 – Lincoln
- 68524 – Lincoln
- 68510 – Lincoln
- 68507 – Lincoln
- 68502 – Lincoln
- 68522 – Lincoln
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 68588 | LINCOLN | Not provided | Not provided |
| 68531 | LINCOLN | 209 | $151,786 |
| 68504 | LINCOLN | 17,124 | $49,489 |
| 68508 | LINCOLN | 17,056 | $34,520 |
| 68503 | LINCOLN | 15,667 | $44,874 |