Albion, NE

Nebraska

Albion is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 1,733. Residents earn $70,761 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
1,733 Population 1,469/sq mi density
$70,761 Median Income $37,427 per capita
$210,800 Home Value $301,335 Zillow
$731 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$70,761 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$210,800 home value, $731/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,761
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $210,800
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.5%
12% lower than US avg
Median Rent $731
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.1%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.1%
75% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,733
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density1,469/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,761
Per Capita$37,427
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty3.1%
County GDP$216M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$210,800
Rent$731
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$301,335

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.5%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain27.2 in/yr
Elevation1,774 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.5%
High School+96.2%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute16 min
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Albion a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Albion receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Albion stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Albion is $70,761, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Albion is $210,800, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $731 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

29.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Albion experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.2 inches, including 26.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Albion has a population of 1,733 with a density of 1,469 people per square mile. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.4%).

Population

1,733
Total Population
1,469
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Albion vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.8%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.2%
76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Albion vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Albion is $70,761, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Albion vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,761
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,427
Avg Weekly Wage$848
IRS Avg AGI$61,061

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.1%
75% below US avg
Establishments (County)112
County GDP$216M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare11
Retail18

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.0 min
Work from Home3.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Albion is $210,800, 25% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $731 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $301,335.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$210,800
25% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$301,335

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$731
37% 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-Occupied73.2%

Property Tax

In Albion, 32.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.5% report depression. 24.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.1%
0% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma9.2%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.3%
Physical Inactivity24.6%
Depression18.5%
Mental Distress14.8%
Physical Distress10.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.1%
Checkup Rate73.2%
Premature Death11,247/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access65.0%
Healthcare Facilities11

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Albion has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.3°F
11% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.2 inches
28% below US avg
Snowfall26.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,774 ft (541 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density1,469/sq mi
Coordinates41.6872°N, 97.9987°W
County FIPS31125
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 29.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.6%
D 19.2%

Winner: Republican by 60.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.5%
12% below US avg
High School+96.2%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,469/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants8
Retail Stores18

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.0 min
Work from Home3.2%

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