Riverdale ZIP Codes — Buffalo County, NE

There is one unique ZIP code in Riverdale, Nebraska and it is 68870. Area code: 308.
1
ZIP codes
44.27
sq mi land
0.00
sq mi water
308
area code
Riverdale, NE ZIP code map

About Riverdale, NE

Riverdale, Nebraska is a small but charming community located within Buffalo County. This serene town is characterized by its friendly atmosphere and picturesque landscape. With a tight-knit community, Riverdale offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Location & geography

Riverdale is situated in central Nebraska, approximately 14 miles northeast of Kearney, a much larger city. It also lies about 22 miles southwest of the city of Grand Island, making it accessible to many amenities found in those urban centers. The total land area of Riverdale is 44.27 square miles with no significant water bodies within its borders.

Community & economy

The character of Riverdale is defined by its close community ties and a slower pace of life that many residents find appealing. Predominantly, agriculture and small local businesses contribute to the town's economy and culture. Daily life in Riverdale is marked by a sense of belonging, where neighbors frequently support one another and community events are common.

Transportation

Riverdale is conveniently located near major highways, including U.S. Route 30, which provides easy access to surrounding towns and cities. The nearest significant airport is Kearney Regional Airport, located about 15 miles to the south, offering regional flights. Public transportation options are limited, but the community is generally accessible by car.

History

Founded in the late 19th century, Riverdale was once a thriving hub for agricultural activities and served as a locality for farmers and their families. The key industries that shaped its development continue to focus on agriculture, with many families engaged in farming. Notable events in the town's history include the establishment of local schools and community centers that helped unify the residents.

Did you know?

One surprising fact about Riverdale is that it has maintained a consistent community-oriented lifestyle despite the changes that affect many small towns across America. Additionally, its vast land area of 44.27 square miles provides ample space for outdoor activities such as hiking and fishing in nearby areas.

ZIP codes for Riverdale, NE (1)
ZIP code City County Map
68870 Riverdale Buffalo View map

Demographics & statistics

602
Population
34.0
Median age
$80,221
Median household income
$29,419
Per capita income
$206,000
Median home value
$1,083
Median monthly rent
90.1%
Home ownership
2.2%
Poverty rate
1.0%
Unemployment
223
Housing units
31.5%
Bachelor's or higher

Age distribution

Male Female
8
Under 5
6
50
5–9
38
45
10–14
35
19
15–19
14
18
20–24
14
35
25–34
27
58
35–44
45
31
45–54
23
8
55–59
7
21
60–64
16
24
65–74
18
19
75–84
14
5
85+
4
← Male
Female →

Age summary

GroupCount%
Under 1820433.9%
18 and over39866.1%
65 and over8414.0%
Median age34.0 years

Race & ethnicity

White 95.9%
Hispanic or Latino 1.6%
Other race 1.3%
American Indian / Alaska Native 0.5%
Two or more races 0.5%
Asian 0.2%
GroupCount%
White58795.9%
Hispanic or Latino101.6%
Other race81.3%
American Indian / Alaska Native30.5%
Two or more races30.5%
Asian10.2%

Household income

Under $10k 1.0%
$10k–$15k 1.0%
$15k–$25k 6.4%
$25k–$35k 3.0%
$35k–$50k 7.9%
$50k–$75k 23.6%
$75k–$100k 22.2%
$100k–$150k 19.2%
$150k–$200k 13.3%
$200k+ 2.5%
Range% of households
Under $10k1.0%
$10k–$15k1.0%
$15k–$25k6.4%
$25k–$35k3.0%
$35k–$50k7.9%
$50k–$75k23.6%
$75k–$100k22.2%
$100k–$150k19.2%
$150k–$200k13.3%
$200k+2.5%
Median income$80,221

Housing

Home values

$50k–$100k 11.5%
$100k–$150k 19.7%
$150k–$200k 17.5%
$200k–$300k 20.2%
$300k–$500k 13.1%
$500k–$1M 18.0%

Housing overview

MetricValue
Median home value$206,000
Median rent / month$1,083
Owner occupied90.1%
Renter occupied9.9%
Vacant16.5%
Single-family detached86.0%
Large apartment buildings0.0%
Mobile homes14.0%
Median rooms7.1
Avg household size (owned)3.09

Year built

Era%
2020 or later0.8%
2010–20199.5%
2000–200914.0%
1990–199922.2%
1980–19899.5%
1970–19796.2%
1960–19692.9%
1950–19592.9%
1940–19492.9%
1939 or earlier29.2%

Bedrooms

Size% of units
No bedroom (studio)0.0%
1 bedroom0.0%
2 bedrooms15.2%
3 bedrooms51.4%
4 bedrooms12.3%
5+ bedrooms21.0%

Vehicles per household

Vehicles% of households
No vehicle0.5%
1 vehicle9.4%
2 vehicles42.4%
3 or more47.8%

Heating fuel

Fuel type%
Utility gas43.8%
Electricity38.4%
Propane / LP gas11.3%
Wood3.0%

Households & families

Household typeCount%
Married-couple family14470.9%
Cohabiting couple167.9%
Male householder, no spouse178.4%
Female householder, no spouse2612.8%
Households with children under 188541.9%
Households with seniors (65+)5627.6%
Average household size2.97

Marital status

StatusMaleFemale
Never married25.1%24.4%
Married69.2%66.5%
Separated0.9%0.0%
Widowed0.0%5.3%
Divorced4.7%3.8%

Education

Less than 9th grade 1.1%
Some HS, no diploma 2.3%
HS graduate 18.0%
Some college, no degree 24.8%
Associate's degree 22.3%
Bachelor's degree 24.5%
Graduate / professional 7.0%
Metric%
HS diploma or higher96.6%
Bachelor's or higher31.5%

School enrollment (ages 3–17)

TypeCount%
Nursery / preschool105.0%
Kindergarten167.9%
Elementary school13164.9%
High school4120.3%
College / grad school42.0%

Employment

Industry of employment

Education & healthcare 21.4%
Agriculture & mining 11.6%
Manufacturing 10.5%
Transportation & utilities 8.8%
Finance & real estate 8.2%
Other services 7.8%
Retail trade 7.5%
Construction 6.5%
Professional & management 6.1%
Information 5.8%
Wholesale trade 3.1%
Arts, food & hospitality 1.7%
Public administration 1.0%

Occupation

Category%
Management, business & arts34.7%
Service10.5%
Sales & office19.4%
Natural resources & construction15.6%
Production & transportation19.7%

Employment type

Type%
Private sector81.0%
Government11.2%
Self-employed7.8%
Unpaid family workers0.0%

Commute

Method%
Drive alone82.3%
Carpool5.5%
Public transit0.0%
Walk0.7%
Other means2.0%
Avg commute (minutes)19.5

Poverty

All people 2.2%
Under 18 years 1.5%
18 and over 2.5%
Married-couple families 0.0%
Female-led households 20.0%

Income support

Source% of households
Social Security26.1%
Retirement income18.7%
Supplemental Security2.0%
Cash public assistance0.0%
Food stamps / SNAP1.0%

Health indicators

Condition%
High blood pressure29.9%
High cholesterol31.5%
Heart disease5.7%
Stroke2.5%
Asthma8.4%
Arthritis24.1%
Kidney disease2.5%
Pulmonary disease5.4%
Cancer6.6%
Behavior / access%
Binge drinking22.5%
No physical activity18.5%
Less than 7 hrs sleep27.1%
Fair or poor health10.0%
Poor mental health11.1%
Poor physical health8.1%
No health insurance11.8%
Visited doctor (checkup)71.1%
Visited dentist70.1%
Cholesterol screening88.4%
Teeth loss10.2%

Veterans & disability

VeteransCount%
Civilian veterans153.8%
Disability%
Any disability13.5%
Under 189.8%
18–64 years8.9%
65 and over39.3%

Health insurance coverage

Type%
Private insurance82.4%
Public insurance24.1%
Uninsured under 192.8%

Language & origin

Language spoken at home (age 5+)

LanguageCount%
English only58897.7%
Spanish00.0%
Other Indo-European00.0%
Asian & Pacific Islander00.0%
Other languages00.0%

Place of birth & citizenship

OriginCount%
Native born (US)58597.2%
Born in same state58096.3%
Born in different state48280.1%
Foreign born50.8%
Naturalized citizen172.8%
Not a US citizen17100.0%

Ancestry

AncestryCount%
French8414%
Italian569.3%
Dutch193.2%
Arab162.7%
AncestryCount%
English101.7%
Polish81.3%
Irish71.2%

Technology access

Metric% of households
Computer access33.7%
Internet access98.5%

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

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