PlainZIP

Mitchell, NE · standard

ZIP Code 69357

Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska — Census ACS demographics, housing tenure, and business patterns, benchmarked against every US ZIP.

3,567
4/sq mi
$70,104
Median income
$182,400
Median home value
25.8%
Bachelor's or higher

The verdict

Mitchell pairs a below-median household income with below-median home values, in a rural, homeowner-dominated area.

47th pct
household income, US ZIPs
39th pct
home value, US ZIPs
4
people per sq mi
71%
owner-occupied homes

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023). Percentiles rank ZIP 69357 against every reporting US ZIP.

ZIP code 69357 is classified by USPS as a standard delivery area and covers roughly 810.7 square miles in Mitchell, Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska. The area is home to 3,567 residents, producing a population density of 4 people per square mile, and falls within the Denver time zone. These USPS and Census boundary values drive every downstream statistic on this page, including the benchmarks that compare 69357 against Nebraska and the nation.

On the economic side, the median household income for ZIP 69357 sits at $70,104 (8% below the Nebraska average), while per-capita income is $35,357. The poverty rate stands at 8.2% and the unemployment rate at 3.3%. On housing, the median home value is $182,400 (2% below the state average) with median rent at $1,042 per month, and 71.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, a direct signal of whether 69357 behaves more like a homeowner neighborhood or a renter-heavy ZIP.

Education and household profile round out the picture: 25.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, the median age is 41.9, and the average commute is 25 minutes. Use the benchmarks above to see where 69357 sits relative to Nebraska and the national baseline rather than viewing the numbers in isolation. Every figure is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, HUD Fair Market Rents, and FHFA Home Price Index data, no estimates, no proprietary scoring. Verify with HUD →

Top industries in ZIP 69357

Top 5 sectors by establishment count

Which industries have the most business establishments in ZIP 69357.

establishments

What this shows Establishment counts come from the Census ZIP Code Business Patterns program, which counts physical business locations rather than employees or revenue.

Source U.S. Census Bureau · ZIP Code Business Patterns (ZBP) As of 2023

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates + ZIP Code Business Patterns + HUD FMR + FHFA HPI ACS demographics, ZBP business establishments, HUD Fair Market Rents, FHFA HPI for ZIP 69357, Mitchell, NE · 2023 Census ACS 5-Year Estimates use a rolling 60-month sample for stable small-geography estimates; ZBP updated annually; HUD FMR + FHFA HPI updated quarterly/annually.

Quick Facts

3,567

Population

810.7

Area (sq mi)

4

People / sq mi

Denver

Time Zone

standard

ZIP Type

Neighborhood Scorecard
Get an A-F grade across income, safety, housing, rent, education, commute, and childcare for this ZIP code.
View Scorecard →

Who lives in ZIP 69357?

41.9

Median Age

48.4%

Male

51.6%

Female

4.1%

Foreign-Born

White 81.5%
African American 0.0%
Asian 0.0%
American Indian or Alaska Native 0.4%
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander 0.0%
Two or More Ethnicities 13.0%
Hispanic or Latino 17.9%

Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity category from the Census Bureau and may overlap with other categories above.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023)

How much do residents earn?

$70,104

Median Household Income

-8% vs state

$35,357

Per Capita Income

8.2%

Poverty Rate

3.3%

Unemployment Rate

24.5 min

Mean Commute Time

How ZIP 69357 ranks nationally

Household income vs. every US ZIP code

Median household income — the full national distribution, with this ZIP marked

$70,104 47th percentile higher than 47% of 30,318 US ZIPs

$0–$20,000: 118 US ZIPs (0%). Below this entry. $20,000–$40,000: 1,573 US ZIPs (5%). Below this entry. $40,000–$60,000: 7,092 US ZIPs (23%). Below this entry. $60,000–$80,000: 9,980 US ZIPs (33%). This entry sits in this band. $80,000–$100,000: 5,778 US ZIPs (19%). Above this entry. $100,000–$120,000: 2,855 US ZIPs (9%). Above this entry. $120,000–$140,000: 1,362 US ZIPs (4%). Above this entry. $140,000–$160,000: 686 US ZIPs (2%). Above this entry. $160,000–$180,000: 364 US ZIPs (1%). Above this entry. $180,000–$200,000: 186 US ZIPs (1%). Above this entry. $200,000–$220,000: 324 US ZIPs (1%). Above this entry. This ZIP $0 $200K+ every reporting US ZIP, bucketed by value

Each bar is a $20K-wide band; taller bars hold more US ZIPs. The dashed line + filled bar mark this entry. Hover or tap any bar for its full count, share, and where it sits relative to this entry.

Source U.S. Census Bureau — ACS 5-Year Estimates · 2019–2023

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023)

What is the education profile here?

High School Graduate or Higher 54.5%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 25.8%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023)

What does housing look like?

1,652

Total Housing Units

1,505

Occupied Units

147

Vacant Units

2.41

Avg Household Size

Occupancy Type

Owner 71.1%
Renter 28.9%

$182,400

Median Home Value

-2% vs state

$1,042

Median Rent

1962

Median Year Built

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023)

How have home values changed over time?

FHFA House Price Index, annual appreciation data based on repeat sales and appraisals

-2.3%

YoY Change (2024)

272

HPI Index (2000 = 100)

+172%

Total Change Since 2000

Home values in ZIP 69357 have decreased 2.3% over the past year (2024). Since 2000, this ZIP has seen +172% cumulative appreciation.

Year Annual Change HPI Index
2020 +6.1% 204
2021 +10.6% 226
2022 +24.4% 281
2023 -0.9% 279
2024 -2.3% 272

Source: Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index, All-Transactions, Five-Digit ZIP Codes (Developmental Index). Index base = 100 in year 2000. Data through 2024. ZIP codes with few transactions may show missing values.

What businesses operate in this ZIP?

Census Bureau data shows 61 business establishments in ZIP 69357, employing approximately 280 people with a combined annual payroll of $11,107,000.

61

Businesses

280

Employees

$11.1M

Annual Payroll

12

Industry Sectors

Industry Establishments % of Total
Construction 8 13.1%
Other services (except public administration) 8 13.1%
Retail trade 6 9.8%
Health care and social assistance 5 8.2%
Accommodation and food services 5 8.2%
Manufacturing 4 6.6%
Transportation and warehousing 4 6.6%
Finance and insurance 4 6.6%
Professional, scientific, and technical services 4 6.6%
Administrative and support and waste management and remediation services 4 6.6%
Wholesale trade 3 4.9%
Real estate and rental and leasing 3 4.9%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ZIP Code Business Patterns (ZBP), 2023. Employment figures may include noise for disclosure avoidance.

More ZIP Codes in Scotts Bluff County

69361 standard
Scottsbluff, NE
Pop: 17,999
69341 standard
Gering, NE
Pop: 11,165
69358 standard
Morrill, NE
Pop: 1,907
69356 standard
Minatare, NE
Pop: 1,882
69352 standard
Lyman, NE
Pop: 619
69355 standard
Melbeta, NE
Pop: 115

Related Areas

Scotts Bluff County Mitchell, NE Nebraska

Frequently Asked Questions

What county is ZIP code 69357 in? ▼
ZIP code 69357 (Mitchell) is located in Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska. Scotts Bluff County contains multiple ZIP codes, see the full list at /counties/scotts-bluff-ne.
What is the population of ZIP code 69357? ▼
ZIP code 69357 in Mitchell, NE has a population of 3,567 according to the Census Bureau ACS 2023 estimates.
What is the median household income in ZIP 69357? ▼
The median household income in ZIP 69357 is $70,104, which is 8% below the national average of $76,288.
What is the average home value in ZIP 69357? ▼
The median home value in ZIP 69357 is $182,400, which is 34% below the national average of $278,155.
What is the demographic makeup of ZIP 69357? ▼
The largest racial group in ZIP 69357 is White at 81.5%. Hispanic or Latino residents make up 17.9% of the population.
How many businesses are in ZIP code 69357? ▼
ZIP code 69357 has 61 business establishments employing approximately 280 people, according to Census Bureau ZIP Code Business Patterns (ZBP) 2023 data.
What are the main industries in ZIP code 69357? ▼
The top industries by establishment count in ZIP 69357 are: Construction (8), Other services (except public administration) (8), Retail trade (6). There are 12 industry sectors represented in total.
How have home values changed in ZIP code 69357? ▼
According to the FHFA House Price Index, home values in ZIP 69357 decreased by 2.3% in 2024. Since 2000, home values in this ZIP have appreciated by approximately 172%. This is a developmental index based on repeat sales and appraisal data from Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
What is the education level in ZIP code 69357? ▼
In ZIP code 69357, 54.5% of residents aged 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 25.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher. These figures come from the Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023).
What is the average commute time in ZIP 69357? ▼
The mean commute time for workers in ZIP code 69357 is 24.5 minutes according to Census ACS data. The national average is roughly 26 minutes, so commuters here spend less time traveling to work than typical.
What percentage of residents own vs. rent in ZIP 69357? ▼
In ZIP code 69357, approximately 71.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied and 28.9% are renter-occupied, based on Census ACS 2023 data.
What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 69357? ▼
The poverty rate in ZIP code 69357 is 8.2% according to Census Bureau ACS 2023 estimates. This measures the percentage of the population living below the federal poverty threshold.

ZIP Code Research Guides

Reading Census Demographics
How to interpret population, income, and education data from the Census Bureau.
Understanding ZIP Code Data
What ZIP codes are, how ZCTAs differ, and what the data reveals.
Best ZIP Codes for Families
Key factors to evaluate when choosing a family-friendly neighborhood.
ZIP Codes for Relocation
Data-driven tips for evaluating ZIP codes before a move.

Official Data Resources for Mitchell, NE

Verify and explore additional data for this area using these official government sources.

U.S. Census Bureau
Official demographic, economic, and housing data from the American Community Survey.
HUD Fair Market Rents
Department of Housing and Urban Development rental cost estimates by metropolitan area.
FBI Uniform Crime Reports
Official crime statistics compiled from law enforcement agencies nationwide.
FHFA House Price Index
Federal Housing Finance Agency home value trends based on repeat sales and appraisals.

Read our methodology to see how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.