The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 69162 sells for about $180,000, or $115 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 92 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $819 a month.
ZIP 69162 — Sidney
The housing market in 69162 is characterized by high affordability but slow growth, with a median home value of $180,000. Elevated vacancy rates and a modest population decline suggest a stable but cautious environment for investors and buyers. Market activity remains steady, driven by local employment rather than speculative demand.
This ZIP is best suited for local families and long-term residents seeking affordability, as well as budget-conscious buyers who prioritize lower entry costs over rapid appreciation.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 92 days on market with 6.4 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 2.9% · poverty 15.2% — 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 3.2%/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 3.3%/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 69162, Cheyenne County NE
Crime rates in Sidney are generally low and consistent with rural western Nebraska trends, remaining well below national averages for violent and property crime.
Public schools in the area are primarily served by Sidney Public Schools, which maintain a stable reputation for providing foundational education in a small-town setting.
The region faces moderate risks from severe thunderstorms, high winds, and occasional hail, with standard insurance coverage typically available for residential properties.
The local economy is anchored by manufacturing, agriculture, and logistics, with ongoing efforts to stabilize the workforce following historical shifts in major industrial operations.
Property taxes are assessed at the county level by Cheyenne County, with rates reflecting local school district and municipal levies; no state income tax is applied to property values.
Commutes are primarily local within Sidney, with minimal traffic congestion; regional travel relies on U.S. Highway 30 and Interstate 80.
Residents have access to local parks, the Sidney Country Club for golf, and nearby outdoor recreational opportunities including fishing and hunting in the surrounding plains.
The rental market shows elevated vacancy rates around 10.7%, suggesting a soft demand environment that requires careful management for investors.
The economy is driven by a mix of agricultural support services, manufacturing, and regional retail, with a focus on maintaining local employment stability.
Transportation is dominated by private vehicle use, with Interstate 80 serving as the primary corridor for regional connectivity.
Development is currently focused on small-scale residential infill and maintenance of existing infrastructure rather than large-scale expansion.
The Cheyenne County Assessor manages property valuations, utilizing a mass appraisal system to determine market value for tax purposes.
Parcels are subject to levies from Sidney Public Schools, Cheyenne County, and local municipal utility districts.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns, with standard coverage readily available for residential structures.
Nebraska has experienced modest net domestic migration, with rural areas like Cheyenne County seeing stable population levels.
Nebraska is a non-judicial foreclosure state, allowing for a streamlined process under the Nebraska Trust Deeds Act.
Sellers are required to provide a written disclosure statement regarding the condition of the property to potential buyers.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA 69162 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.
- Sidney Legion Park4.53.2 mi
- Popkorn Theaters Inc4.53 mi
- Sidney Legion Park4.53.2 mi
- Living Memorial Gardens4.43.1 mi
- Safeway4.22.5 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Local 9-hole course serving the community.
Central community park with picnic areas and green space.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.