ZIP Code 68005 in Bellevue, NE

Data Last Updated: November 1, 2025
City:Bellevue, Nebraska
County:Sarpy County
Timezone:Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:8:50:44 AM
Population:23,236 [See All]
Area Code:402
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:41.1230, -95.8906
Land Area:18.65 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 68005 has 23,236 residents and 9,444 households (average 2.42 persons per household). The median age is 36.3 years, about the same as the state (36.9) and slightly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 49.0% male and 51.0% female, which is about the same as the state male share (49.8%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (73.1%, much higher than the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (14.5%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 14.5%, which is lower than the national average (18.7%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:23,236Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:21,912Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:23,771Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:1,245.9 people per sq mile
Average Income:$66,347Source: Census ACS
Households:9,444Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$193,600Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.42Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:3.15Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--23,49323,94924,16324,20324,08223,20222,90523,09423,15723,24022,26621,93721,912
Decennial Census22,132------------------23,236------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)


Median Age: 36.3

Male Median Age: 34.6

Female Median Age: 38.2

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male754814798809910847826703636551590740661567407305224234
Female709736805731767807838772647598680757746588530357393399
Total1,4631,5501,6031,5401,6771,6541,6641,4751,2831,1491,2701,4971,4071,155937662617633
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:16,97870.94%
Black:1,4836.20%
Hispanic:*3,36914.08%
Asian:5662.37%
American Indian:1950.81%
Hawaiian:510.21%
Other:1,2905.39%
Total:23,932100%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)
* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:11,37648.96%34.6 years
Females:11,86051.04%38.2 years
Total:23,236100%36.3 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:19,59089.40%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:5142.35%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:8023.66%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:1,0068.25%
Total Population:21,912100%
Total Native Population:20,10491.75%
Total Foreign-born Population:1,8088.25%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment


In 2023, the Median household income is $66,347, which is well under the national median ($78,538), is up $12,226 (22.6%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $7,785. Family households earn a median of $87,767 versus $41,723 for nonfamily households (a difference of $46,044). By gender, male median income is $57,358 and female is $49,404, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $7,954 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 65.4%, which is lower than the state rate (68.8%). The unemployment rate is 2.4%, which is markedly below the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (37.0%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)


Income Type2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Household Income$54,121$52,668$53,794$52,462$51,341$51,677$54,301$57,455$58,562$56,499$56,924$62,345$66,347
Median Family Income$65,007$62,244$61,863$63,449$63,966$65,148$69,336$71,613$74,408$73,031$73,116$80,451$87,767
Median NonFamily Income$30,689$31,150$31,746$31,903$31,681$33,476$33,326$34,293$33,607$33,282$34,369$38,790$41,723
Median Male Income$42,173$40,615$44,073$44,288$46,056$46,133$47,659$48,687$47,259$45,656$48,449$52,711$57,358
Median Female Income$32,006$32,069$32,508$33,338$34,387$33,984$36,176$37,224$38,907$38,582$40,782$45,895$49,404
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:10,27261.77%
Unemployed:2611.57%
Not In Labor Force:6,09636.66%
Total:16,629100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)


Management, business, science, and arts:3,80036.99%
Service:1,75217.06%
Sales and Office:2,00519.52%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:9399.14%
Production, transportation, and material moving:1,77617.29%
Total Civilian Employed Population:10,272100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2023, the median home value is $193,600, which is considerably lower than the national median ($303,400), is up $64,200 (49.61%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $53,200. The median gross rent is $1,033, which is considerably lower than the national median ($1,348), is up $313 (43.47%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $196. Of occupied housing, owners make up 57.41% (63.43% with a mortgage, 36.57% free-and-clear) and renters 42.59% - making this ZIP Code less home ownership than the state and higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 8.22%, which is markedly below the national rate (10.43%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Home Value$129,400$125,600$126,700$128,000$127,500$130,200$133,600$136,900$140,400$145,800$152,700$179,300$193,600
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:39810.41%
$500 to $999:1,30634.17%
$1,000 to $1,499:1,23732.37%
$1,500 to $1,999:47312.38%
$2,000 to $2,499:1042.72%
$2,500 to $2,999:260.68%
$3,000 or more:782.04%
No Rent:2005.23%
Total:3,822100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Rent$720$757$801$812$785$798$795$852$837$862$910$1,015$1,033
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):3,26836.42%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):1,88420.99%
Renter Occupied:3,82242.59%
Total Occupied Housing Units:8,974100%

Occupied Housing Units:8,97491.78%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):8048.22%
Total Housing Units:9,778100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)


Single-Family Units:6,14262.81%
Multi-Family Units:3,15432.26%
Other Units:4824.93%
Total Housing Units:9,778100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 29.40% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 92.30%, which is well above the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 7.70%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.60%). Public coverage is 38.50%, which is notably higher than the state rate (30.50%). The share of people in poverty is 10.90%, which is markedly above the state rate (6.70%), up 1.60 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 0.70 percentage points. This points to rising hardship - a weaker consumer base, greater strain on public services, and job-market headwinds. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (39.01%). College enrollment is 21.12%, which is far lower than the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community may be more oriented toward vocational/trade or direct-to-workforce opportunities.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:3352.34%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:7605.31%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):3,66425.62%
Some college, no degree:3,81826.70%
Associate's degree:1,52610.67%
Bachelor's degree:2,55317.85%
Graduate or professional degree:1,64611.51%
Total:14,302100%
High school or higher:13,20792.34%
Bachelor's degree or higher:4,19929.36%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)


Private Insurance:14,55659.47%
Public Insurance:8,26533.77%
No Insurance:1,6556.76%
Total:24,476100%
Has Health Insurance:22,82193.24%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty9.3%11.1%11.3%11.7%11.7%11.7%7.9%7.3%10.2%12.0%11.2%12.0%10.9%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)


Nursery School, Preschool:4497.57%
Kindergarten:59610.04%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):2,31539.01%
High school (grades 9-12):1,32122.26%
College or graduate school:1,25321.12%
Total:5,934100%
Early Childhood:1,04517.61%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):4,23271.32%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 68005 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 470 business establishments, employing about 8,322 people with an annual payroll of $438,345,000. USPS data shows 9,823 residential mailboxes and 572 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:9,823Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:572Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:10,825Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:6,572Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:1,268Source: USPS
# of Businesses:470Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$107,529,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$438,345,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:8,322Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 68005 is located in Sarpy County, Nebraska, within the Omaha, NE-IA Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 36540) and Nebraska's 1st Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 972,840 people, about 2.39% of whom live in ZIP Code 68005. It covers 18.65 sq mi of land and a water area of 1.247 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Omaha, NE-IASource: Census
CBSA Number:36540Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:972,840Source: Census
MSA:Omaha, NE-IA MSASource: Census
Land Area:18.65 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:1.247 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:01Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:8879.02 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:--Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:3103950Source: Census
Place Name:Bellevue city; NebraskaSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


68007 | | 68004

Schools in ZIP Code 68005


ZIP Code 68005 is in the Bellevue Public Schools, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 13 public schools and 3 private school(s) in this ZIP Code. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Esu 3 Head Start - Belleaire 1200 West Mission St
Bellevue, NE 68005
Avery Elementary School 2107 Avery Rd
Bellevue, NE 68005
District: Bellevue Public Schools
Belleaire Elementary School 1200 Mission Ave West
Bellevue, NE 68005
District: Bellevue Public Schools
Bellevue East Sr High School 1401 High School Dr
Bellevue, NE 68005
District: Bellevue Public Schools
Bertha Barber Elementary Sch 1402 Main St
Bellevue, NE 68005
District: Bellevue Public Schools
Betz Elementary School 605 W 27th Ave
Bellevue, NE 68005
District: Bellevue Public Schools
Birchcrest Elementary School 1212 Fairfax Dr
Bellevue, NE 68005
District: Bellevue Public Schools
Central Elementary School 510 W 22nd Ave
Bellevue, NE 68005
District: Bellevue Public Schools
Chap Center 1201 Gregg Rd
Bellevue, NE 68005
District: Bellevue Public Schools
Logan Fontenelle Middle School 701 Kayleen Dr South
Bellevue, NE 68005
District: Bellevue Public Schools
Bellevue Mission Middle School 2202 Washington St
Bellevue, NE 68005
District: Bellevue Public Schools
Twin Ridge Elementary School 1400 Sunbury Dr
Bellevue, NE 68005
District: Bellevue Public Schools
Wake Robin Elementary School 700 Lincoln Rd South
Bellevue, NE 68005
District: Bellevue Public Schools
Cornerstone Christian School 1001 Fort Crook Rd N Ste 200
Bellevue, NE 68005
District: Private School
St Mary Elementary School 903 W Mission Ave
Bellevue, NE 68005
District: Private School
Quest Forward Academy 1000 Galvin Rd S
Bellevue, NE 68005
District: Private School

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 68005


Bellevue University 1000 Galvin Rd S
Bellevue, NE 68005-3098
Type: Post Secondary
E Q School Of Hair Design 2600 South 9th St
Council Bluffs, IA 51501
Type: Post Secondary
Xenon International Academy-Omaha 8516 Park Drive
Omaha, NE 68127-3622
Type: Post Secondary
University Of Nebraska Medical Center 42nd & Dewey Ave
Omaha, NE 68198-7815
Type: Post Secondary
Creighton University 2500 California Plaza
Omaha, NE 68178
Type: Post Secondary
Clarkson College 101 S 42nd St
Omaha, NE 68131-2739
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on November 1, 2025.

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