68601 — Columbus, NE Home Values
Typical home value $277,487 as of June 2026 · 6th of 9 in Columbus, NE
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 68601, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 68601 compares in the Columbus, NE area
ZIP code 68601 (Columbus, NE) has a typical home value of $277,487 as of June 2026, ranking 6th of 9 ZIP codes tracked in the Columbus, NE area, more expensive than about 44% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +3.4% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +28.8%, from $215,475 in June 2021 to $277,487 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 16× the annual rent ($1,447/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Columbus, NE forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Columbus.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 68601 has a population of 30,619, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 72.1% White, 24.6% Hispanic or Latino, 2% two or more races, 0.7% Black or African American, 0.5% Asian, 0.1% American Indian or Alaska Native, and 0.1% another race.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| ESU 7 LEARNING ACADEMY | 2567 44TH AVE, COLUMBUS, NE | 1.1 mi |
| ESU 7 CENTER | 2563 44TH AVE, COLUMBUS, NE | 1.1 mi |
| COLUMBUS HIGH SCHOOL | 3434 DISCOVERER DRIVE, COLUMBUS, NE | 1.3 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 68601?
$277,487 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 68601 an expensive ZIP code in the Columbus, NE area?
68601 ranks 6th of 9 ZIP codes in the Columbus, NE area by typical home value, more expensive than about 44% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 68601 changed over the past year?
+3.4% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 68601?
The typical home price is 16× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,447/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 68601?
30,619, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 68601?
ESU 7 LEARNING ACADEMY (1.1 mi), ESU 7 CENTER (1.1 mi), COLUMBUS HIGH SCHOOL (1.3 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 68601?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Columbus, NE forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.