Lorton ZIP Codes — Otoe County, NE

There is one unique ZIP code in Lorton, Nebraska and it is 68382. Area code: 531.
1
ZIP codes
0.04
sq mi land
0.00
sq mi water
531
area code
Lorton, NE ZIP code map

About Lorton, NE

Lorton, Nebraska, is a small yet charming village located in Otoe County. This quaint community is known for its peaceful atmosphere and close-knit surroundings. Residents enjoy a rural lifestyle that embraces the beauty of the Nebraska landscape.

Location & geography

Lorton is situated in southeastern Nebraska, surrounded by beautiful flatlands that characterize the region. Nearby cities include Nebraska City, located about 12 miles to the west, and Dunbar, approximately 5 miles to the southeast. The village has a total land area of just 0.04 square miles, with no significant bodies of water within its boundaries.

Community & economy

The character of Lorton is reflective of a traditional small-town American community where everyone knows each other. The local economy thrives on agriculture and related industries, which are vital to the area. Daily life in Lorton reflects a tranquil pace, allowing residents to enjoy outdoor activities and community gatherings.

Transportation

Lorton is primarily accessible via local roads, providing connections to the broader Nebraska highway system. The nearest significant highway is Nebraska Highway 2, which facilitates travel to larger nearby cities. The closest major airport is the Eppley Airfield in Omaha, located about 70 miles to the north.

History

Lorton was founded in the late 19th century and has maintained its small-town charm ever since. Over the years, agriculture has played a key role in shaping the local economy and community life. The village's history is marked by its agricultural roots and a strong sense of community among its residents.

Did you know?

A little-known fact about Lorton is that it has only one ZIP code, which is 68382, emphasizing its small size and close-knit nature. Despite its modest land area, Lorton exemplifies the essence of rural Nebraska living.

ZIP codes for Lorton, NE (1)
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Demographics & statistics

66
Population
54.5
Median age
$113,750
Median household income
$51,017
Per capita income
$88,600
Median home value
$0
Median monthly rent
60.0%
Home ownership
1.5%
Poverty rate
0.0%
Unemployment
25
Housing units
20.4%
Bachelor's or higher

Age distribution

Male Female
2
5–9
3
3
10–14
4
3
25–34
4
3
35–44
4
6
45–54
9
1
55–59
2
8
65–74
12
1
85+
1
← Male
Female →

Age summary

GroupCount%
Under 181218.2%
18 and over5481.8%
65 and over2233.3%
Median age54.5 years

Race & ethnicity

White 100%
GroupCount%
White66100%

Household income

$15k–$25k 6.7%
$25k–$35k 6.7%
$35k–$50k 10.0%
$50k–$75k 23.3%
$75k–$100k 3.3%
$100k–$150k 30.0%
$150k–$200k 20.0%
Range% of households
$15k–$25k6.7%
$25k–$35k6.7%
$35k–$50k10.0%
$50k–$75k23.3%
$75k–$100k3.3%
$100k–$150k30.0%
$150k–$200k20.0%
Median income$113,750

Housing

Home values

$50k–$100k 66.7%
$100k–$150k 33.3%

Housing overview

MetricValue
Median home value$88,600
Median rent / month$0
Owner occupied60.0%
Renter occupied40.0%
Vacant18.9%
Single-family detached81.1%
Large apartment buildings0.0%
Mobile homes18.9%
Median rooms5.9
Avg household size (owned)2.94

Year built

Era%
2020 or later0.0%
2010–20190.0%
2000–200921.6%
1990–199918.9%
1980–19890.0%
1970–19790.0%
1960–19690.0%
1950–195927.0%
1940–19492.7%
1939 or earlier29.7%

Bedrooms

Size% of units
No bedroom (studio)0.0%
1 bedroom0.0%
2 bedrooms35.1%
3 bedrooms40.5%
4 bedrooms24.3%
5+ bedrooms0.0%

Vehicles per household

Vehicles% of households
No vehicle0.0%
1 vehicle16.7%
2 vehicles36.7%
3 or more46.7%

Heating fuel

Fuel type%
Electricity40.0%
Propane / LP gas56.7%
Wood3.3%

Households & families

Household typeCount%
Married-couple family930.0%
Cohabiting couple26.7%
Male householder, no spouse1033.3%
Female householder, no spouse930.0%
Households with children under 181343.3%
Households with seniors (65+)1963.3%
Average household size2.20

Marital status

StatusMaleFemale
Never married0.0%14.3%
Married57.9%65.7%
Separated0.0%0.0%
Widowed0.0%20.0%
Divorced42.1%0.0%

Education

Less than 9th grade 0.0%
Some HS, no diploma 9.3%
HS graduate 38.9%
Some college, no degree 31.5%
Associate's degree 0.0%
Bachelor's degree 20.4%
Graduate / professional 0.0%
Metric%
HS diploma or higher90.7%
Bachelor's or higher20.4%

School enrollment (ages 3–17)

TypeCount%
Nursery / preschool00.0%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary school12100.0%
High school00.0%
College / grad school00.0%

Employment

Industry of employment

Arts, food & hospitality 50.0%
Agriculture & mining 23.5%
Retail trade 14.7%
Manufacturing 11.8%

Occupation

Category%
Management, business & arts8.8%
Service44.1%
Sales & office20.6%
Natural resources & construction0.0%
Production & transportation26.5%

Employment type

Type%
Private sector91.2%
Government0.0%
Self-employed8.8%
Unpaid family workers0.0%

Commute

Method%
Drive alone97.1%
Carpool0.0%
Public transit0.0%
Walk0.0%
Other means0.0%
Avg commute (minutes)20.0

Poverty

All people 1.5%
Under 18 years 0.0%
18 and over 1.9%
Married-couple families 0.0%
Female-led households 0.0%

Income support

Source% of households
Social Security53.3%
Retirement income16.7%
Supplemental Security6.7%
Cash public assistance0.0%
Food stamps / SNAP0.0%

Health indicators

Condition%
High blood pressure0.0%
High cholesterol0.0%
Heart disease0.0%
Stroke0.0%
Asthma0.0%
Arthritis0.0%
Kidney disease0.0%
Pulmonary disease0.0%
Cancer0.0%
Behavior / access%
Binge drinking0.0%
No physical activity0.0%
Less than 7 hrs sleep0.0%
Fair or poor health0.0%
Poor mental health0.0%
Poor physical health0.0%
No health insurance0.0%
Visited doctor (checkup)0.0%
Visited dentist0.0%
Cholesterol screening0.0%
Teeth loss0.0%

Veterans & disability

VeteransCount%
Civilian veterans814.8%
Disability%
Any disability7.6%
Under 180.0%
18–64 years9.4%
65 and over9.1%

Health insurance coverage

Type%
Private insurance71.2%
Public insurance34.8%
Uninsured under 190.0%

Language & origin

Language spoken at home (age 5+)

LanguageCount%
English only66100.0%
Spanish00.0%
Other Indo-European00.0%
Asian & Pacific Islander00.0%
Other languages00.0%

Place of birth & citizenship

OriginCount%
Native born (US)66100.0%
Born in same state6598.5%
Born in different state2639.4%
Foreign born11.5%
Naturalized citizen00.0%
Not a US citizen00.0%

Ancestry

AncestryCount%
Italian1319.7%
English23%
AncestryCount%
Arab23%

Technology access

Metric% of households
Computer access45.5%
Internet access100.0%

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

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