ZIP Code 68850: Lexington, Nebraska
ZIP code 68850 is assigned to Lexington, Nebraska, and lies within Dawson County. Its reference point is at latitude 40.785 and longitude -99.7515 (40°47'06.0"N 99°45'05.4"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 68850
68850 is the only ZIP code listed for Lexington, NE in our directory.
Across Dawson County there are 8 ZIP codes listed, and Nebraska has 640 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 68863 in Overton, NE, about 12 mi to the east.
| ZIP code | 68850 |
|---|---|
| City | Lexington |
| County | Dawson County |
| State | Nebraska (NE) |
| Latitude | 40.785 |
| Longitude | -99.7515 |
| DMS | 40°47'06.0"N 99°45'05.4"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 68863 (Overton, 12 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 68850
Map centered on 40.785, -99.7515. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Lexington, NE
ZIP Codes Near 68850
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 68850, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 68850, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Overton, NE (12 mi east), Cozad, NE (14 mi northwest) and Smithfield, NE (14 mi south). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Overton, NE – 12 mi east
- Cozad, NE – 14 mi northwest
- Smithfield, NE – 14 mi south
- Elwood, NE – 15 mi south
- Eddyville, NE – 16 mi north
- Sumner, NE – 17 mi northeast
- Bertrand, NE – 18 mi southeast
- Willow Island, NE – 18 mi northwest
- Eustis, NE – 19 mi southwest
- Elm Creek, NE – 20 mi east
Schools Near Lexington, NE
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 68850 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Lexington and Dawson County.
Searching nearby communities such as Overton and Cozad can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 68850.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Lexington, NE are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 68850.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Lexington, NE can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 68850 may also use facilities in nearby Overton, Cozad and Smithfield.
Shopping and Dining in Lexington
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 68850 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Lexington, Nebraska can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 68850.
To research local history, try searching for Dawson County records and archives along with the name Lexington.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 68850, Overton lies about 12 mi to the east, Cozad lies about 14 mi to the northwest, Smithfield lies about 14 mi to the south, Elwood lies about 15 mi to the south and Eddyville lies about 16 mi to the north. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Lexington show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 68850
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Bridge 029”): Shannon Duncan, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.
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Data for ZIP code 68850 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.