Ainsworth, NE

Nebraska

Ainsworth is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 1,632. Residents earn $51,667 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
1,632 Population 1,632/sq mi density
$51,667 Median Income $36,643 per capita
$90,500 Home Value $141,776 Zillow
$870 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$51,667 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,500 home value, $870/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,667
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,500
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.5%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $870
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.0%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.9%
20% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,632
Median Age50.7 yrs
Density1,632/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,667
Per Capita$36,643
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty9.9%
County GDP$266M
Commute10 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,500
Rent$870
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$141,776

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.4%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain23.8 in/yr
Elevation2,523 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.5%
High School+91.6%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 12%
Commute10 min
EV Stations2
Libraries1

Is Ainsworth a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ainsworth receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Ainsworth offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ainsworth is $51,667, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. 9.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ainsworth is $90,500, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $870 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Ainsworth experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.8 inches, including 35.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Ainsworth has a population of 1,632 with a density of 1,632 people per square mile. The median age is 50.7 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.2%), with 1.8% Hispanic.

Population

1,632
Total Population
1,632
People / sq mi
50.7yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.4%
Female 54.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Ainsworth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.8%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.2%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ainsworth vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ainsworth is $51,667, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes.

Income: Ainsworth vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,667
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,643
Avg Weekly Wage$894
IRS Avg AGI$57,007

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.9%
20% below US avg
Establishments (County)166
County GDP$266M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare14
Retail27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,850
19% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time9.5 min
Work from Home4.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Ainsworth is $90,500, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $870 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $141,776.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,500
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$141,776

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$870
25% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,850
19% below US avg
Effective Rate3.15%
In Ainsworth, 41.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.4% report depression. 26.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.0%
28% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma9.5%
COPD6.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.1%
Physical Inactivity26.9%
Depression18.4%
Mental Distress15.7%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.7%
Checkup Rate72.1%
Premature Death10,801/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access80.7%
Healthcare Facilities14

Crime Rates: Ainsworth vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Ainsworth has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.2°F
7% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.8 inches
37% below US avg
Snowfall35.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,523 ft (769 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density1,632/sq mi
Coordinates42.5484°N, 99.8575°W
County FIPS31017
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 22.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 74.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87%
D 12.2%

Winner: Republican by 74.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.5%
33% below US avg
High School+91.6%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,632/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities14
Restaurants9
Retail Stores27

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute9.5 min
Work from Home4.6%

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