ZIP Code 68602: Columbus, Nebraska
Columbus, NE uses ZIP code 68602, which falls within Platte County, Nebraska. Its reference point is at latitude 41.5381 and longitude -97.5418 (41°32'17.2"N 97°32'30.5"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 68602
Columbus, NE has 2 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 68602, they include 68601.
Across Platte County there are 8 ZIP codes listed, and Nebraska has 640 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 68653 in Platte Center, NE, about 4.5 mi to the east.
| ZIP code | 68602 |
|---|---|
| City | Columbus |
| County | Platte County |
| State | Nebraska (NE) |
| Latitude | 41.5381 |
| Longitude | -97.5418 |
| DMS | 41°32'17.2"N 97°32'30.5"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 68653 (Platte Center, 4.5 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 68602
Map centered on 41.5381, -97.5418. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Video: Columbus, NE
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ZIP Codes Near 68602
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 68602, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 68602, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Platte Center, NE (4.5 mi east), Monroe, NE (5.3 mi southwest) and Humphrey, NE (9.4 mi north). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Platte Center, NE – 4.5 mi east
- Monroe, NE – 5.3 mi southwest
- Humphrey, NE – 9.4 mi north
- Duncan, NE – 10 mi south
- Creston, NE – 12 mi northeast
- Lindsay, NE – 13 mi northwest
- Genoa, NE – 13 mi southwest
- Silver Creek, NE – 16 mi southwest
- Saint Edward, NE – 18 mi west
- Leigh, NE – 19 mi northeast
Schools Near Columbus, NE
If you are moving to ZIP code 68602, check the school district serving Columbus and Platte County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Platte Center and Monroe can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 68602.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Use the map above to explore green space around Columbus. Zoom out to look for larger parks and nature areas beyond the ZIP code 68602 area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Columbus, NE can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 68602 may also use facilities in nearby Platte Center, Monroe and Humphrey.
Shopping and Dining in Columbus
For places to eat and shop near Columbus, NE, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 68602.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Columbus, Nebraska can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 68602.
To research local history, try searching for Platte County records and archives along with the name Columbus.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 68602, Platte Center lies about 4.5 mi to the east, Monroe lies about 5.3 mi to the southwest, Humphrey lies about 9.4 mi to the north, Duncan lies about 10 mi to the south and Creston lies about 12 mi to the northeast. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Columbus show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 68602
Photo & Video Credits
- Video: “Columbus Nebraska Vlog - Lake Life - Nebraska Summer 2017” by Drew Etherton, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
Data for ZIP code 68602 comes from a public U.S. postal code dataset and is provided for general reference. Always confirm mailing details with the U.S. Postal Service.