NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 68503

NE · Population: 15,667

C+
57/100
55
C+
Safety
38
D
Affordability
65
B
Quality of Life
69
B
Jobs
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About Zip Code 68503

Zip code 68503 is located in Nebraska and is home to approximately 15,667 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 57/100), 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 $147,800 and median rent of $892/month against a median income of $44,874. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

About 36.2% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

Unemployment stands at 4.3%, 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
$44,874
Home Value
$147,800
Rent
$892/mo
Median Age
26
College Educated
36.2%
Unemployment
4.3%
Owner-Occupied
34.8%
Rent Burden
23.9% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety55C+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability38DLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life65BEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy69BLower unemployment = higher
Overall57C+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).