Valley County GIS Maps
Valley County, Nebraska, has 4,059 residents across 4,751 parcels and covers 568.1 square miles. The population declined 4.7% between the 2010 and 2020 census. More residents left than arrived over that decade. The FIPS code for Valley County is 31175.
Ord is the county's largest population center. Valley County also includes 4 zip codes, 5 public school districts and 29 municipalities. Those boundaries help explain why population, schools, and housing can look different from one part of the county to another. The map below shows how those county lines, zip codes, and school districts fit together, and the sections that follow use that same geography to show parcel data, population, demographics, school enrollment and housing patterns in more detail.
Maps, GIS layers, Parcels and sample data. Paid packages add full layers, analytics and database files.
Valley County Trends
- Population
- 4,059▾
- Median Home Value
- $122,200▾
- K-12 Enrollment
- 1,602▾
County analytics dashboards with historical trends & projections included in package downloads.
Free starter access previews county maps, lightweight GIS, and sample data. Paid packages unlock full GIS layers, analytics, and database files.
Valley County Maps
The maps below show a few of the county map styles included in our downloads. County packages include map exports in JPEG, PNG, SVG, PDF and GeoTIFF formats plus more than 20 GIS layers for mapping, research and analysis. Available layers include zip codes, area codes, subdivisions, school districts, political boundaries, roads, water features, points of interest and more.
County packages also include historical county demographics, business intelligence, analytical dashboards, AI-ready prompts, markdown files and related reference data. Everything is organized to save hours of manual work collecting current data, cleaning it and joining it together. That makes it easier to move faster on analytics, due diligence, business planning and location research. Paid packages are built for commercial use, but some package contents include source-specific attribution or notice guidance. Review Licensing & Data Source Notices.
Valley County Parcels
Valley County has 4,751 mapped parcels covering 361,125 acres. The median assessed value is $189,795. The median lot size is 6.50 acres. 2,261 parcels are 10 acres or larger. Assessed values and lot sizes are on nearly every parcel. Browse the interactive Valley County Parcel viewer here.
Valley County Parcel Data Coverage
| Field | Parcels | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Parcel ID | 4,751 | 100% |
| Owner name | 0 | 0% |
| Owner mailing address | 0 | 0% |
| Site address | 2,290 | 48.2% |
| Land use code | 4,751 | 100% |
| Land use description | 0 | 0% |
| Assessed value | 4,751 | 100% |
| Land value | 4,751 | 100% |
| Improvement value | 4,751 | 100% |
| Acreage | 4,751 | 100% |
| Parcel boundary | 4,751 | 100% |
| Download all Valley County parcels. | ||
Field coverage measured across all Valley County parcel records.
Valley County Population
Valley County had 4,059 residents in 2020. That was 4.7% lower than in 2010. Valley County had 588 fewer people in 2020 than it did in 2000, which points to a long-term population decline. The county is fairly spread out, with about 7 people per square mile. Some of the county's most populated postal areas include Ord, Arcadia and North Loup.
Population Trend in Valley County NE
Valley County Population per 2000, 2010 and 2020 census counts with a baseline 2030 projection.
Valley County Zip Codes
Valley County has 4 zip codes. Some of the county's most populated zip codes include Ord (68862), Arcadia (68815) and North Loup (68859). Ord is the largest zip by population, with about 2,908 residents or 72% of the county total. Together, the three largest zips account for about 97% of all county residents based on 2020 population estimates.
Most Populated Zip Codes in Valley County NE
| ZIP | Area | Population | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 68862 | Ord | 2,908 | ▾ -3.3% |
| 68815 | Arcadia | 566 | ▾ -5% |
| 68859 | North Loup | 458 | ▾ -10% |
| 68837 | Burwell | 93 | ▾ -9.7% |
| Download all zip code data | |||
Valley County Zip Code populations and trends per most recent census data.
Valley County Demographics
Valley County has a median age of 45.4, which makes the county a little older than Nebraska overall. About 22.3% of residents are under 18, while 24.7% are 65 or older. That gives the county a fairly even mix of younger families and older adults. The largest age group is 25 to 44 at about 25.9% of the population, which points to a solid working-age base. About 27.6% of adults have a bachelor's degree or higher, above the statewide figure of 34.1%. The county is mostly White by population, though Hispanic, Asian, Black and multiracial residents are also part of the local mix.
Key Demographics for Valley County NE
Median Age
45.4
Under 18
22.3%
Age 65+
24.7%
Bachelor's+
27.6%
Valley County School Districts
Valley County is served by 5 public school districts with 1,602 students enrolled in 2024. The largest districts on the county map are Ord Public Schools, Loup City Public Schools and Central Valley Public Schools. Those three districts account for about 75% of public school enrollment in the map area. Total enrollment has stayed fairly steady in recent years, but it is slightly lower than it was in 2017.
Largest School Districts by Enrollment in Valley County NE
| District | Enrollment | Share | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ord Public Schools | 544 | 34% | ▾ -4.2% |
| Loup City Public Schools | 331 | 20.7% | ▾ -2.6% |
| Central Valley Public Schools | 328 | 20.5% | ▾ -3.2% |
| Burwell Public Schools | 267 | 16.7% | ▾ -8.6% |
| Arcadia Public Schools | 132 | 8.2% | ▴ 4.8% |
| Download all school district data | |||
Valley County school district enrollment and trends per most recent NCES reporting data.
Valley County Housing & Real Estate
Valley County has a median home value of $122,200 and a median gross rent of $616. About 73% of occupied homes in the county are owner-occupied, so the local housing market leans heavily toward ownership. Home values run below the Nebraska median, while rents come in below the state average. In March 2026, the median listing price was $210,000 and homes spent about 99 days on the market.
Valley County Housing Mix
Valley County housing mix: owner, renter and vacant units.
Valley County Housing Trends
Valley County median home value and rent trend (last 5 years).
Businesses in Valley County, NE
Valley County has 307 business listings across 156 categories. The largest categories in Valley County business listings are Churches & Religious Organizations (12, 3.9%), Public And Government Association (11, 3.6%), and Gas Stations (8, 2.6%). The full Valley County business listings dataset includes names, categories, addresses and contact details where available. Valley County packages also include U.S. Census County Business Patterns data with establishment counts, employment and payroll by industry sector.
Top Business Categories in Valley County, NE
| Category | Businesses | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Churches & Religious Organizations | 12 | 3.9% |
| Public And Government Association | 11 | 3.6% |
| Gas Stations | 8 | 2.6% |
| Auto Repair | 6 | 2.0% |
| Insurance Agencies | 6 | 2.0% |
| Banks & Credit Unions | 6 | 2.0% |
| Grocery Stores | 5 | 1.6% |
| Bars & Nightlife | 5 | 1.6% |
| Propane Supplier | 5 | 1.6% |
| Parks & Recreation | 5 | 1.6% |
Valley County Business Listings
| Business | Category | City |
|---|---|---|
| Ord Golf Club | Active Life | Ord |
| Orscheln Farm and Home | Agricultural Service | Ord |
| Ord Volunteer Fire & Rescue | Ambulance And Ems Services | Ord |
| Blank Slate | American Restaurants | Ord |
| Valley County Fairgrounds | Amusement Park | Ord |
| Main Street Gallery | Art Gallery | North Loup |
| SaBo Art Ord | Arts And Crafts | Ord |
| LibertyX Bitcoin ATM | ATMs | Ord |
| Evelyn Sharp Field | Attractions And Activities | Ord |
| Tammy's Auto Body | Auto Body Shop | Ord |
| Download Valley County business listings | ||
Valley County business listings sourced from Overture Maps. Includes locations with a high level of confidence.
Valley County Basemaps
Valley County map and data packages include a set of useful basemaps to help you get started quickly. These include a custom light grey canvas, USGS topo, imagery and other reference layers that make it easier to build clear, meaningful county maps using the included GIS layers, your own data or both. Pre-rendered map tiles for the light grey basemap are included so you can use them offline or host them on your own CDN.
Get the Full Valley County Data Package
This page shows a preview of what's included in the Valley County data package. The full package gives you a ready-to-use county data system with GIS layers, historical data, maps, database files and planning tools that save hours of manual data gathering, cleanup and joins. Everything is organized to help you skip data wrangling and start analysis faster.
- 20+ GIS layers for parcels, zip codes, school districts, roads, water, boundaries and more
- Historical county demographics, housing, income and trend data
- ZIP code population files and school district enrollment history
- Database files, markdowns, AI-ready prompts and documentation
- Map exports in PNG, JPEG, PDF, SVG and GeoTIFF formats
- Offline-ready data explorer, map and analytics tools
Paid packages support commercial use, client work, and derived outputs. Some package contents may include source-specific attribution or provider notices. See Licensing & Data Source Notices.
One-time · instant download · 30-day refund guarantee · See full package details
Preview a Live Package Demo
See exactly what is included in a county data package. Inspect how files are organized, the interactive data explorer and how maps and analytics are laid out. The demo loads a real sample package from Nebraska — explore the full structure before you buy.
No email or download required. Opens in a preview window on this page.
Nearby Counties
Browse county data pages for the counties that border Valley County. These nearby pages include the same mix of county maps, demographic summaries, school district context, housing trends and package links.