Zip Code 68521
Lincoln, Nebraska — Lancaster County
📍 ZIP code 68521 is in Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska.
ZIP code 68521 is located in Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska. It is a zip code in the Central (CST/CDT) Time Zone with an estimated population of 38,386. The area code for ZIP code 68521 is 402.
Quick Answer
Zip code 68521 is in Lincoln, Nebraska (Lancaster County). It has a population of 38,386, median household income of $66,902, and median home value of $235,600.
Population
38,386
Income
$66,902
Home Value
$235,600
Climate
89°F / 14°F
About Zip Code 68521
Zip code 68521 is located in Lincoln, Nebraska, within Lancaster County. Home to approximately 38,386 residents, this area sits at an elevation of 1247 ft and falls within the Central (CST/CDT) timezone. The local area code is 402.
The median household income is $66,902 per year, which is below the national median of $70,784. Homes in this zip code have a median value of $235,600, and the cost of living index is 80 (20% below the national average of 100).
Summers average a high of 89°F while winters drop to 14°F. The area receives about 29 in of rain and 26 in of snow annually. The zip code covers 14.5 square miles of land area and 0.1 square miles of water.
Key Statistics
38,386
$66,902
$235,600
Central (CST/CDT)
402
1247 ft
14.5 sq mi
31.4
15,657
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Compare With Nearby Zip Codes
| Metric | 68521 | 68504 | 68503 | 68508 | 68507 | 68524 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City | Lincoln, NE | Lincoln, NE | Lincoln, NE | Lincoln, NE | Lincoln, NE | Lincoln, NE |
| Population | 38,386 | 17,396 | 15,625 | 17,444 | 16,481 | 6,049 |
| Median Income | $66,902 | $52,159 | $50,886 | $33,561 | $71,194 | $80,139 |
| Home Value | $235,600 | $169,000 | $158,900 | $121,400 | $215,000 | $214,500 |
| Cost of Living | 80 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 78 | 80 |
| Median Age | 31.4 | 28.2 | 27.3 | 21.4 | 36 | 30.2 |
Cost of Living
100 = National Average. Lincoln's cost of living is 20% below the national average.
vs. State Avg
Below
Affordability
Very Affordable
Income-to-Home
3.5x
Demographics
Zip code 68521 has a population of 38,386 people with a median age of 31.4. There are 15,657 housing units in this area.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates.
Population History
Lincoln (68521) population trend from 2010 to 2024
↑ 5.8%Source: U.S. Census Bureau estimates and American Community Survey data.
Climate & Weather
89°F
14°F
29 in
26 in
Lincoln experiences warm summers with average highs around 89°F. Winters are cold with lows averaging 14°F. The area receives about 26 in of snow per year.
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Housing & Economy
Median Home Value
$235,600
Median Household Income
$66,902
With 15,657 housing units across 14.5 square miles, 68521 has a housing density of 1,080 units per square mile. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x.
Location & Geography
Latitude
40.8682°
Longitude
-96.7056°
Land Area
14.5 sq mi
Water Area
0.1 sq mi
Nearby Zip Codes
Zip codes closest to 68521 (Lincoln, NE) with distances:
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ZIP Codes with Similar Income Nationwide
The five U.S. ZIP codes whose median household income is closest to 68521's $66,902. A way to compare Lincoln to economically similar communities elsewhere in the country.
Computed from U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates by the Zip Code Near Me Data Team.
ZIP Codes with Similar Demographics
The five U.S. ZIP codes whose racial and ethnic composition most closely matches 68521 (Lincoln, NE). Similarity is measured by cosine distance on the five-category ACS demographic vector.
Computed from U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates by the Zip Code Near Me Data Team.
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People Also Ask
What zip code is Lincoln, Nebraska?
Lincoln, Nebraska uses zip code 68521 along with 5 other zip codes.
What county is zip code 68521 in?
Zip code 68521 is located in Lancaster County, Nebraska.
What is the population of zip code 68521?
The population of zip code 68521 is 38,386 with a median age of 31.4.
Is 68521 in Lincoln, Nebraska?
Yes, zip code 68521 is in Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska. The area code is 402.
Frequently Asked Questions
What city is zip code 68521 in?
Zip code 68521 is in Lincoln, Nebraska. It is part of Lancaster County and uses the Central (CST/CDT) timezone.
What is zip code 68521?
Zip code 68521 is a U.S. postal code in Lincoln, Nebraska (Lancaster County). It has a population of 38,386 and covers 14.5 square miles.
What is the population of zip code 68521?
The population of zip code 68521 (Lincoln, NE) is 38,386 with a median age of 31.4. There are approximately 15,657 housing units in this area.
What is the median income in zip code 68521?
The median household income in zip code 68521 (Lincoln, NE) is $66,902 per year. The cost of living index is 80 (100 = national average).
What is the average home price in zip code 68521?
The median home value in zip code 68521 (Lincoln, NE) is $235,600. The cost of living index is 80 compared to the national average of 100.
What county is zip code 68521 in?
Zip code 68521 is located in Lancaster County, Nebraska. The primary city is Lincoln.
What is the area code for zip code 68521?
Zip code 68521 in Lincoln, NE uses area code 402. It is located in the Central (CST/CDT) timezone.
Is zip code 68521 a good place to live?
Zip code 68521 (Lincoln, NE) has a cost of living index of 80 (100 = national average), a median household income of $66,902, and median home values of $235,600. The median age is 31.4. Visit the full page for demographics, climate, and nearby zip code comparisons.
What is the cost of living in zip code 68521?
The cost of living index for zip code 68521 (Lincoln, NE) is 80, where 100 represents the national average. This area is below the national average. Median home value: $235,600.
What schools serve zip code 68521?
Zip code 68521 in Lincoln, Nebraska is served by the local school district of Lancaster County. For specific school information, check your state's department of education or GreatSchools.org.
All demographic data on this page is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates. ZIP code boundary and delivery data is sourced from the United States Postal Service (USPS). Data is updated periodically and may not reflect the most current figures. Census Bureau ZIP Code Tabulation Areas (ZCTAs) may differ slightly from USPS ZIP code boundaries.
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- Population, income, housing, age, and demographics
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- IANA tz database and NANPA.
- Elevation
- U.S. Geological Survey National Elevation Dataset (NED), via the USGS Elevation Point Query Service. Mapped to each ZCTA centroid coordinates. Last refreshed 2026-05-19.
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