The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 68955 sells for about $344,000, or $167 per square foot.
Prices are up +1.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 48 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $878 a month.
ZIP 68955 — Juniata
The housing market in 68955 remains stable with modest price appreciation and low inventory levels. While the area faces challenges related to limited growth, it continues to attract buyers looking for affordability and a quiet, rural environment near Hastings.
This ZIP is best suited for families and individuals seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle with easy access to the employment and service amenities of nearby Hastings.
Median prices moved up 1.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 48 days on market with 3.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 0.4% · poverty 5.8% — 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 7.1%/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 7.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 68955, Adams County NE
Crime rates in Juniata are generally low and consistent with rural Nebraska trends, remaining well below national averages.
Schools serving the area are part of the Adams Central Public Schools district, which maintains a solid reputation for academic performance in the region.
The area faces standard Midwestern risks including severe thunderstorms and occasional high winds, with flood risk primarily confined to specific low-lying areas near local creeks.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to Hastings, which serves as the primary employment hub for the region, featuring manufacturing and agricultural services.
Property taxes are assessed by Adams County based on market value, with rates influenced by local school district levies and municipal requirements.
Commutes are primarily car-dependent, with most residents driving to nearby Hastings for employment and essential services.
Local recreation includes access to community parks and proximity to the broader outdoor amenities of Adams County, including regional trails and sports facilities.
The rental market is characterized by limited inventory and steady demand from local workers, with vacancy pressure remaining low.
The economy is anchored by agricultural production, manufacturing, and public sector employment in the surrounding Adams County area.
Transportation is almost exclusively via private vehicle, with major highway access provided by US-6.
Development is focused on small-scale residential infill and maintenance of existing infrastructure.
The Adams County Assessor manages property valuations, utilizing annual market analysis to determine taxable values.
Parcels are subject to Adams Central Public Schools district taxes and local county levies.
Property insurance premiums are stable but reflect regional exposure to severe weather events common in the Great Plains.
Data retrieved from census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
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.
Local green space providing recreational facilities for residents.
Major retail and dining hub located a short drive away.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.