Question 1

Is 68005 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 68005 in Bellevue has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Bellevue city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 68005 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 68005?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 68005 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 68005. 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, 68005 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Bellevue. 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 68005?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 68005 is approximately $258K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 68005 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 68005 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 68005 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 68005 has an overall NeighborScore of 67/100, placing it in the moderate range for Bellevue. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 67/100, 68005 scores similarly to the middle tier of Bellevue 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.

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
AVERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	PK–06	—	—	—
BELLEAIRE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	PK–06	—	—	—
BELLEVUE EAST SR HIGH SCHOOL	09–12	—	—	—
BERTHA BARBER ELEMENTARY SCH	PK–06	—	—	—
BETZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	PK–06	—	—	—
BIRCHCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	PK–06	—	—	—
CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	PK–06	—	—	—
LOGAN FONTENELLE MIDDLE SCHOOL	07–08	—	—	—
BELLEVUE MISSION MIDDLE SCHOOL	07–08	—	—	—
TWIN RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	PK–06	—	—	—
WAKE ROBIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	PK–06	—	—	—
ESU 3 HEAD START - BELLEAIRE	PK–PK	—	—	—