The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 68933 sells for about $145,000, or $98 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 62 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $625 a month.
ZIP 68933 — Clay Center
The housing market in 68933 remains stable with low inventory and modest price growth. Activity is driven by local demand and limited turnover, resulting in a balanced market for buyers and sellers.
This ZIP is best suited for families and individuals seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle with a low cost of living and strong community ties.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 62 days on market with 4.5 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 1.1% · poverty 3.8% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 4.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 4.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 68933, Franklin County NE
Crime rates in this rural area are significantly lower than the national average, with property crime being the primary concern.
The area is served by local public school districts that generally maintain small class sizes and stable academic performance ratings.
The region faces moderate risks from severe thunderstorms and occasional high winds, with standard insurance coverage typically available.
Economic momentum is driven primarily by local agricultural operations and small-scale service industries, with limited new commercial development.
Property taxes are assessed at the county level based on market value, with specific levies for local school districts and rural fire protection services.
Commutes are primarily by private vehicle, with most residents traveling to nearby county seats for employment and essential services.
Local recreation is centered on community parks and proximity to regional outdoor spaces, with limited retail and dining options within the immediate vicinity.
The rental market is characterized by low inventory and high demand for affordable housing, with limited turnover and minimal short-term rental presence.
The local economy is heavily reliant on agriculture and regional government services, with limited industrial diversification.
Transportation is almost exclusively dependent on personal vehicles, with no public transit infrastructure available.
There are no major commercial or residential developments currently approved or under construction in this ZIP.
The county appraisal district conducts annual assessments based on market value, with a focus on agricultural land valuations.
Parcels are subject to local school district taxes and county-wide emergency service district levies.
Property insurance premiums are stable, though coverage for wind and hail damage is a standard consideration for homeowners.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 68933 profile.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Local community park offering picnic areas and open green space.
Central hub for local events and educational resources.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.