Abie, NE

Nebraska · Metropolitan Area

Abie is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 61. Residents earn $49,821 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
61 Population 678/sq mi density
$49,821 Median Income $25,339 per capita
$67,000 Home Value
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$49,821 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$67,000 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,821
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $67,000
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.5%
87% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.2%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.8%
21% lower than US avg

How Abie Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population61
Median Age44.3 yrs
Density678/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans45.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$49,821
Per Capita$25,339
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.8%
County GDP$1,090M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$67,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units35

Health

Obesity34.2%
Uninsured9.2%
Smoking13.0%
Depression15.0%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI32 (Good)
Rain31.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,449 ft (442 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.5%
High School+79.5%
Graduate+2.3%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute21 min
Broadband29.0%
Libraries6

Is Abie a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Abie receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Abie offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Abie is $49,821, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Abie is $67,000, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Abie experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.6 inches, including 34.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Abie has a population of 61 with a density of 678 people per square mile. The median age is 44.3 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.8%).

Population

61
Total Population
678
People / sq mi
44.3yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.7%
Female 44.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Abie vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.7%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.3%
23% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Abie vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Abie is $49,821, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Abie vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,821
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,339
Avg Weekly Wage$960
IRS Avg AGI$104,730

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.8%
21% below US avg
Establishments (County)656
County GDP$1,090M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare33
Retail72
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,137
75% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate9.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.7 min
Drive Alone93.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Abie is $67,000, 76% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$67,000
76% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$706
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$1,001
3 Bedrooms$1,274
4 Bedrooms$1,409

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.4%
Housing Units35
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,137
75% above US avg
Effective Rate9.16%
In Abie, 34.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.2% of residents lack health insurance. 13.0% are current smokers. 15.0% report depression. 23.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Abie vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.2%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure26.5%
Asthma7.9%
COPD5.1%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.0%
7% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity23.4%
Depression15.0%
Mental Distress13.3%
Physical Distress10.0%
Short Sleep29.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.1%
Uninsured9.2%
7% above US avg
Checkup Rate64.9%
Dental Visits52.7%
Premature Death6,667/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access61.5%
Healthcare Facilities33
Abie has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.6 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall34.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,449 ft (442 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density678/sq mi
Coordinates41.3341°N, 96.9497°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS31155
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.4-point margin. 29.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.6%
D 26.2%

Winner: Republican by 46.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.5%
87% below US avg
High School+79.5%
Graduate Degree+2.3%
School Test Score5.81
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density678/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access29.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants41
Retail Stores72

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.7 min
Drive Alone93.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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