NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 68131

NE · Population: 12,891

C+
52/100
56
C+
Safety
32
D
Affordability
66
B
Quality of Life
55
C+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 68131

Zip code 68131 is located in Nebraska and is home to approximately 12,891 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 52/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates in this area are roughly in line with national averages.

Housing costs are a challenge in this area, with home values at $189,400 and median rent of $1,077/month against a median income of $46,172. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

About 46.5% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

Unemployment stands at 6%, which is near the national average.

Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.

Demographics & Economics

Median Income
$46,172
Home Value
$189,400
Rent
$1,077/mo
Median Age
28
College Educated
46.5%
Unemployment
6%
Owner-Occupied
26.6%
Rent Burden
28% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety56C+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability32DLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life66BEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy55C+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall52C+Weighted average

Methodology

All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).