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Buffalo County, NE Demographics & ZIP Codes
Buffalo County, Nebraska demographics and median household income by ZIP code — 12 ZIP codes — population 51,520 — avg. income $72,708 — avg. home value $198,855. Compare income, housing, and ZIP-level data on US5.
Population
51,520
Median household income (avg.)
$72,708
97% of U.S. median
Average home value
$198,855
57% of U.S. median
Average rent
$639
55% of U.S. median
Buffalo County demographics
Buffalo County, Nebraska covers 12 ZIP codes, with a combined ZIP-area population of about 51,520.
Median household income in Buffalo County
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Buffalo County, Nebraska is about $72,708 — about even with the NE ZIP average ($74,338), and about 3% below the U.S. median ($75,149).
Among ZIPs with income data, 68866 (Pleasanton) is near the top at about $89,688, while 68861 (Odessa) is near the bottom at about $36,875.
Housing in Buffalo County
For housing in Buffalo County, Nebraska, the average median home value is about $198,855 and the average median rent is about $639.
The most populous ZIP is 68845 (Kearney) with about 21,012 residents. Use the table below to compare ZIP codes across the county.
ZIP codes in Buffalo County
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| ZIP | City | County | State | Population ↓ | Income | Home value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68845 | Kearney | Buffalo County | NE | 21,012 | $75,350 | $274,200 |
| 68847 | Kearney | Buffalo County | NE | 17,911 | $74,877 | $229,200 |
| 68840 | Gibbon | Buffalo County | NE | 2,626 | $73,839 | $188,100 |
| 68869 | Poole | Buffalo County | NE | 2,158 | $64,893 | $156,700 |
| 68876 | Shelton | Buffalo County | NE | 1,887 | $79,607 | $155,600 |
| 68836 | Elm Creek | Buffalo County | NE | 1,829 | $79,531 | $215,500 |
| 68849 | Kearney | Buffalo County | NE | 1,347 | — | — |
| 68866 | Pleasanton | Buffalo County | NE | 1,114 | $89,688 | $238,200 |
| 68812 | Amherst | Buffalo County | NE | 642 | $68,833 | $207,300 |
| 68870 | Riverdale | Buffalo County | NE | 516 | $83,375 | $217,000 |
| 68858 | Miller | Buffalo County | NE | 362 | $72,917 | $179,200 |
| 68861 | Odessa | Buffalo County | NE | 116 | $36,875 | $126,400 |
Frequently asked questions
What are the demographics of Buffalo County?
Buffalo County, Nebraska has a combined ZIP-area population of about 51,520 across 12 ZIP codes. Browse the ZIP table for population, income, and housing by code.
What is the median household income in Buffalo County?
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Buffalo County, Nebraska is about $72,708, roughly in line with the state ZIP average ($74,338), and about 3% below the U.S. median ($75,149). Average median home value is about $198,855. Among ZIPs with data, 68866 (Pleasanton) is near the top ($89,688) and 68861 (Odessa) is near the bottom ($36,875).
How many ZIP codes are in Buffalo County?
Buffalo County, Nebraska includes 12 ZIP codes on US5. Each row links to demographics, median income, and housing for that code.
Where can I find ZIP code demographics for Buffalo County?
This page lists ZIP codes in Buffalo County, Nebraska with population, median household income, and home value. Select a ZIP for a full demographics profile.