Carroll ZIP Codes — Wayne County, NE

There is one unique ZIP code in Carroll, Nebraska and it is 68723. Area code: 402.
1
ZIP codes
66.03
sq mi land
0.02
sq mi water
402
area code
Carroll, NE ZIP code map

About Carroll, NE

Carroll, Nebraska, is a charming small town located in Wayne County. With its close-knit community atmosphere, it offers a peaceful lifestyle away from the hustle of urban life. The town’s rural setting and friendly residents create a welcoming environment for both newcomers and visitors.

Location & geography

Carroll is located in northeastern Nebraska and covers a land area of 66.03 square miles, with a small water area of 0.02 square miles. The town is approximately 13 miles southwest of the city of Wayne and about 25 miles northwest of Norfolk. The surrounding terrain is primarily agricultural, making it a picturesque representation of Nebraska's rural landscape.

Community & economy

The community of Carroll is characterized by its friendly residents and a strong sense of local pride. Agriculture is a significant part of the local economy, and many residents are involved in farming and related industries. Daily life in Carroll is shaped by community events, local gatherings, and the shared values of its residents, fostering a vibrant small-town culture.

Transportation

Carroll is accessible via various local roads, with proximity to Highway 15 facilitating travel to neighboring areas. The nearest airport with commercial services is located in Norfolk, which is about 25 miles to the southeast. Local transit services are minimal, reflecting the town’s small size and rural nature.

History

Founded in the late 19th century, Carroll grew as a rural farming community in Wayne County. Historically, agriculture has been at the core of its economy, supporting the town's development and sustainability. Over the years, Carroll has maintained its agricultural roots while also fostering a close-knit community atmosphere.

Did you know?

A little-known fact about Carroll is that it has a single ZIP code, 68723, which illustrates its small-town scale. Residents often have strong ties to the surrounding farmland, adding to the local character and connection to the land.

ZIP codes for Carroll, NE (1)
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68723 Carroll Wayne View map

Demographics & statistics

654
Population
34.6
Median age
$100,134
Median household income
$35,221
Per capita income
$144,600
Median home value
$840
Median monthly rent
93.3%
Home ownership
3.5%
Poverty rate
0.3%
Unemployment
278
Housing units
32.3%
Bachelor's or higher

Age distribution

Male Female
18
Under 5
20
15
5–9
17
14
10–14
17
40
15–19
45
10
20–24
12
57
25–34
65
20
35–44
22
37
45–54
42
22
55–59
26
15
60–64
18
47
65–74
54
7
75–84
8
3
85+
3
← Male
Female →

Age summary

GroupCount%
Under 1818027.5%
18 and over47472.5%
65 and over12218.7%
Median age34.6 years

Race & ethnicity

White 97.4%
Hispanic or Latino 0.8%
Two or more races 0.8%
Other race 0.8%
Asian 0.3%
GroupCount%
White64297.4%
Hispanic or Latino50.8%
Two or more races50.8%
Other race50.8%
Asian20.3%

Household income

Under $10k 3.9%
$15k–$25k 1.6%
$25k–$35k 8.2%
$35k–$50k 6.3%
$50k–$75k 22.4%
$75k–$100k 7.1%
$100k–$150k 42.4%
$150k–$200k 8.2%
Range% of households
Under $10k3.9%
$15k–$25k1.6%
$25k–$35k8.2%
$35k–$50k6.3%
$50k–$75k22.4%
$75k–$100k7.1%
$100k–$150k42.4%
$150k–$200k8.2%
Median income$100,134

Housing

Home values

Under $50k 10.1%
$50k–$100k 27.3%
$100k–$150k 14.7%
$150k–$200k 8.8%
$200k–$300k 17.2%
$300k–$500k 15.5%
$1M+ 6.3%

Housing overview

MetricValue
Median home value$144,600
Median rent / month$840
Owner occupied93.3%
Renter occupied6.7%
Vacant13.6%
Single-family detached98.0%
Large apartment buildings0.0%
Mobile homes2.0%
Median rooms7.0
Avg household size (owned)2.56

Year built

Era%
2020 or later0.0%
2010–201922.7%
2000–20091.7%
1990–19991.0%
1980–19894.4%
1970–19792.7%
1960–196910.2%
1950–19593.7%
1940–19491.0%
1939 or earlier52.5%

Bedrooms

Size% of units
No bedroom (studio)0.0%
1 bedroom14.2%
2 bedrooms19.0%
3 bedrooms23.7%
4 bedrooms24.7%
5+ bedrooms18.3%

Vehicles per household

Vehicles% of households
No vehicle0.4%
1 vehicle6.3%
2 vehicles37.3%
3 or more56.1%

Heating fuel

Fuel type%
Utility gas3.5%
Electricity14.5%
Propane / LP gas46.3%
Fuel oil31.0%

Households & families

Household typeCount%
Married-couple family19174.9%
Cohabiting couple20.8%
Male householder, no spouse4316.9%
Female householder, no spouse197.5%
Households with children under 188031.4%
Households with seniors (65+)8633.7%
Average household size2.56

Marital status

StatusMaleFemale
Never married15.9%28.7%
Married69.3%68.5%
Separated0.4%0.0%
Widowed11.4%1.7%
Divorced3.0%1.0%

Education

Less than 9th grade 0.0%
Some HS, no diploma 2.9%
HS graduate 36.5%
Some college, no degree 14.8%
Associate's degree 13.5%
Bachelor's degree 31.2%
Graduate / professional 1.1%
Metric%
HS diploma or higher97.1%
Bachelor's or higher32.3%

School enrollment (ages 3–17)

TypeCount%
Nursery / preschool31.9%
Kindergarten42.6%
Elementary school4629.7%
High school8353.5%
College / grad school1912.3%

Employment

Industry of employment

Agriculture & mining 24.8%
Finance & real estate 15.6%
Education & healthcare 11.5%
Transportation & utilities 11.0%
Arts, food & hospitality 9.2%
Other services 6.9%
Construction 6.1%
Manufacturing 4.3%
Wholesale trade 2.9%
Retail trade 2.9%
Professional & management 2.0%
Public administration 1.7%
Information 1.2%

Occupation

Category%
Management, business & arts42.1%
Service16.1%
Sales & office16.4%
Natural resources & construction8.1%
Production & transportation17.3%

Employment type

Type%
Private sector73.5%
Government10.4%
Self-employed16.1%
Unpaid family workers0.0%

Commute

Method%
Drive alone65.3%
Carpool10.0%
Public transit0.0%
Walk0.0%
Other means0.0%
Avg commute (minutes)16.8

Poverty

All people 3.5%
Under 18 years 5.0%
18 and over 3.0%
Married-couple families 2.1%
Female-led households 0.0%

Income support

Source% of households
Social Security36.1%
Retirement income17.6%
Supplemental Security5.1%
Cash public assistance0.0%
Food stamps / SNAP3.1%

Health indicators

Condition%
High blood pressure33.3%
High cholesterol32.7%
Heart disease6.6%
Stroke2.8%
Asthma7.6%
Arthritis23.7%
Kidney disease2.8%
Pulmonary disease5.6%
Cancer7.6%
Behavior / access%
Binge drinking23.1%
No physical activity19.3%
Less than 7 hrs sleep27.2%
Fair or poor health10.0%
Poor mental health10.4%
Poor physical health8.2%
No health insurance11.9%
Visited doctor (checkup)72.2%
Visited dentist69.3%
Cholesterol screening89.0%
Teeth loss9.6%

Veterans & disability

VeteransCount%
Civilian veterans173.6%
Disability%
Any disability12.7%
Under 180.0%
18–64 years9.7%
65 and over40.2%

Health insurance coverage

Type%
Private insurance87.5%
Public insurance23.9%
Uninsured under 191.1%

Language & origin

Language spoken at home (age 5+)

LanguageCount%
English only61694.2%
Spanish50.8%
Other Indo-European50.8%
Asian & Pacific Islander00.0%
Other languages00.0%

Place of birth & citizenship

OriginCount%
Native born (US)64999.2%
Born in same state64198.0%
Born in different state57788.2%
Foreign born81.2%
Naturalized citizen50.8%
Not a US citizen00.0%

Ancestry

AncestryCount%
Italian588.9%
Arab406.1%
French396%
AncestryCount%
Dutch91.4%
Polish50.8%
English20.3%

Technology access

Metric% of households
Computer access39.0%
Internet access85.5%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.

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