Zip Code 68701
Norfolk, Nebraska — Madison County
📍 ZIP code 68701 is in Norfolk, Madison County, Nebraska.
ZIP code 68701 is located in Norfolk, Madison County, Nebraska. It is a zip code in the Central (CST/CDT) Time Zone with an estimated population of 31,172. The area code for ZIP code 68701 is 308.
Quick Answer
Zip code 68701 is in Norfolk, Nebraska (Madison County). It has a population of 31,172, median household income of $64,862, and median home value of $200,400.
Population
31,172
Income
$64,862
Home Value
$200,400
Climate
85°F / 10°F
About Zip Code 68701
Zip code 68701 is located in Norfolk, Nebraska, within Madison County. Home to approximately 31,172 residents, this area sits at an elevation of 1527 ft and falls within the Central (CST/CDT) timezone. The local area code is 308.
The median household income is $64,862 per year, which is below the national median of $70,784. Homes in this zip code have a median value of $200,400, and the cost of living index is 74 (26% below the national average of 100).
Summers average a high of 85°F while winters drop to 10°F. The area receives about 28 in of rain and 26 in of snow annually. The zip code covers 189.5 square miles of land area and 2.1 square miles of water.
Key Statistics
31,172
$64,862
$200,400
Central (CST/CDT)
308
1527 ft
189.5 sq mi
37.8
13,806
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Compare With Nearby Zip Codes
| Metric | 68701 | 68715 | 68740 | 68748 | 68779 | 68767 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City | Norfolk, NE | Battle Creek, NE | Hoskins, NE | Madison, NE | Stanton, NE | Pierce, NE |
| Population | 31,172 | 1,892 | 981 | 2,698 | 2,416 | 3,389 |
| Median Income | $64,862 | $100,368 | $100,455 | $65,250 | $77,991 | $77,878 |
| Home Value | $200,400 | $197,200 | $283,900 | $140,400 | $197,800 | $214,600 |
| Cost of Living | 74 | 89 | 88 | 61 | 79 | 76 |
| Median Age | 37.8 | 35.8 | 35.7 | 35 | 40.9 | 39.6 |
Cost of Living
100 = National Average. Norfolk's cost of living is 26% below the national average.
vs. State Avg
Below
Affordability
Very Affordable
Income-to-Home
3.1x
Demographics
Zip code 68701 has a population of 31,172 people with a median age of 37.8. There are 13,806 housing units in this area.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates.
Population History
Norfolk (68701) population trend from 2010 to 2024
↓ -18.6%Source: U.S. Census Bureau estimates and American Community Survey data.
Climate & Weather
85°F
10°F
28 in
26 in
Norfolk experiences warm summers with average highs around 85°F. Winters are cold with lows averaging 10°F. The area receives about 26 in of snow per year.
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Housing & Economy
Median Home Value
$200,400
Median Household Income
$64,862
With 13,806 housing units across 189.5 square miles, 68701 has a housing density of 73 units per square mile. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x.
Location & Geography
Latitude
42.0198°
Longitude
-97.4426°
Land Area
189.5 sq mi
Water Area
2.1 sq mi
Nearby Zip Codes
Zip codes closest to 68701 (Norfolk, NE) with distances:
ZIP Codes with Similar Income Nationwide
The five U.S. ZIP codes whose median household income is closest to 68701's $64,862. A way to compare Norfolk 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 68701 (Norfolk, 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 Norfolk, Nebraska?
Norfolk, Nebraska uses zip code 68701.
What county is zip code 68701 in?
Zip code 68701 is located in Madison County, Nebraska.
What is the population of zip code 68701?
The population of zip code 68701 is 31,172 with a median age of 37.8.
Is 68701 in Norfolk, Nebraska?
Yes, zip code 68701 is in Norfolk, Madison County, Nebraska. The area code is 308.
Frequently Asked Questions
What city is zip code 68701 in?
Zip code 68701 is in Norfolk, Nebraska. It is part of Madison County and uses the Central (CST/CDT) timezone.
What is zip code 68701?
Zip code 68701 is a U.S. postal code in Norfolk, Nebraska (Madison County). It has a population of 31,172 and covers 189.5 square miles.
What is the population of zip code 68701?
The population of zip code 68701 (Norfolk, NE) is 31,172 with a median age of 37.8. There are approximately 13,806 housing units in this area.
What is the median income in zip code 68701?
The median household income in zip code 68701 (Norfolk, NE) is $64,862 per year. The cost of living index is 74 (100 = national average).
What is the average home price in zip code 68701?
The median home value in zip code 68701 (Norfolk, NE) is $200,400. The cost of living index is 74 compared to the national average of 100.
What county is zip code 68701 in?
Zip code 68701 is located in Madison County, Nebraska. The primary city is Norfolk.
What is the area code for zip code 68701?
Zip code 68701 in Norfolk, NE uses area code 308. It is located in the Central (CST/CDT) timezone.
Is zip code 68701 a good place to live?
Zip code 68701 (Norfolk, NE) has a cost of living index of 74 (100 = national average), a median household income of $64,862, and median home values of $200,400. The median age is 37.8. Visit the full page for demographics, climate, and nearby zip code comparisons.
What is the cost of living in zip code 68701?
The cost of living index for zip code 68701 (Norfolk, NE) is 74, where 100 represents the national average. This area is below the national average. Median home value: $200,400.
What schools serve zip code 68701?
Zip code 68701 in Norfolk, Nebraska is served by the local school district of Madison 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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- 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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