Question 1

Is 68620 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 68620 in Albion has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Albion city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 68620 and checking the local police department's crime mapping tool for current incident patterns before making decisions is recommended.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 68620?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 68620 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 68620. Schools in this area perform significantly above state averages — proficiency rates consistently outpace both the city and national benchmarks. For families prioritizing public school quality, 68620 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Albion. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 EdFacts assessment data; individual school performance may vary, and reviewing each school's most recent state report card is recommended.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 68620?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 68620 is approximately $313K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 68620 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 68620 is available in the Full Market Report. Prices fluctuate with market conditions; Zillow data reflects trailing sale prices, not current listing prices.

Question 4

Is 68620 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 68620 has an overall NeighborScore of 65/100, placing it in the moderate range for Albion. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 65/100, 68620 scores similarly to the middle tier of Albion neighborhoods — neither among the strongest nor the weakest performers. Individual priorities (commute, school age, budget) should guide how much weight you give this composite vs. the component scores.

Albion — ZIP 68620

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
BOONE CENTRAL ELEM-ALBION	PK–04	—	—	—
BOONE CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL	09–12	—	—	—
BOONE CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL	05–08	—	—	—