The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 69101 sells for about $292,500, or $165 per square foot.
Prices are up +32.95% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 58 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,125 a month.
ZIP 69101 — North Platte
The 69101 housing market is experiencing significant price appreciation, with a 32.95% year-over-year increase in median listing prices. While inventory remains tight, the market is supported by a stable local economy anchored by rail and healthcare. Some figures, such as specific permit counts, were not available at the ZIP level.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and local workers seeking an affordable cost of living, as well as investors looking for steady rental demand in a stable, rail-anchored economy.
Median prices moved up 33.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 58 days on market with 4.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
13% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.2% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.2% · poverty 15.4% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 8.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net outflow — more people moved out than in
ZCTA 69101, Lincoln County NE
Crime rates in North Platte are generally consistent with regional averages for similar-sized Midwestern cities, with property crime being the primary concern.
Schools in the area are primarily served by North Platte Public Schools, which maintains a standard curriculum and extracurricular program typical of rural Nebraska districts.
The area faces moderate risks from severe thunderstorms and occasional high winds, with standard flood insurance requirements for properties located near the Platte River basin.
Economic momentum is driven by the logistics and rail industry, anchored by the Union Pacific Bailey Yard, with steady but modest local commercial development.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Nebraska) — Nebraska Homestead Exemption: Provides a reduction or exemption of property taxes on the primary residence (homestead) of qualified individuals. The specific exemption amount is determined by income brackets and disability status as defined in state statutes. State (Nebraska) — Nebraska Real Property Tax Assessment: Real property is assessed at or near 100% of actual value, except for agricultural and horticultural land, which is assessed at 75% of actual value. Agricultural land is assessed at 50% of actual value for school bond tax purposes.
Most residents commute by car with an average travel time of approximately 13 minutes, reflecting the compact nature of the city.
The area features access to the North Platte River, Cody Park, and several local golf courses, providing a variety of outdoor and community-focused amenities.
The rental market shows moderate pressure with a 15.38% year-over-year increase in median asking rents, driven by limited inventory of single-family rentals.
The economy is heavily influenced by the transportation and logistics sector, specifically rail operations, alongside healthcare and retail services.
Transportation is primarily highway-based, with I-80 serving as the main corridor for regional connectivity.
Development is focused on infill residential projects and small-scale commercial expansion along the Highway 30 corridor.
The Lincoln County Assessor manages property valuations, utilizing a mass appraisal system to determine annual tax assessments.
Parcels are subject to levies from the North Platte Public School District and the Mid-Plains Community College area.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns, including hail and wind risk, which are common in Western Nebraska.
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Data retrieved from Census Bureau QuickFacts and Data USA profiles.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
A major community park featuring a carousel, swimming pool, and picnic areas.
The world's largest rail yard, serving as a major regional attraction and economic anchor.
Located just south of the city, offering boating, fishing, and camping.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.