Ansley, NE

Nebraska

Ansley is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 605. Residents earn $70,694 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
605 Population 945/sq mi density
$70,694 Median Income $34,349 per capita
$81,500 Home Value $93,612 Zillow
$1,004 Median Rent 18.4% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$70,694 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$81,500 home value, $1,004/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,694
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $81,500
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.2%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,004
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.7%
46% lower than US avg

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

People

Population605
Median Age33.1 yrs
Density945/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,694
Per Capita$34,349
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty6.7%
County GDP$882M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$81,500
Rent$1,004
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$93,612
Rent Burden18.4%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.3%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain26.3 in/yr
Elevation2,303 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.2%
High School+86.3%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute25 min
Libraries7

Is Ansley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ansley receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Ansley stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ansley is $70,694, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ansley is $81,500, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,004 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Ansley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.3 inches, including 25.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Ansley has a population of 605 with a density of 945 people per square mile. The median age is 33.1 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.9%).

Population

605
Total Population
945
People / sq mi
33.1yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Ansley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.3%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.7%
43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ansley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ansley is $70,694, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Ansley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,694
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,349
Avg Weekly Wage$961
IRS Avg AGI$58,725

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.7%
46% below US avg
Establishments (County)488
County GDP$882M

Business (County)

Restaurants32
Healthcare34
Retail70
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,290
6% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ansley is $81,500, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,004 (14% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $93,612.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,500
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$93,612

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,004
14% below US avg
Rent Burden18.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,290
6% below US avg
Effective Rate4.04%
In Ansley, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.3% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.7%
Physical Inactivity25.0%
Depression18.3%
Mental Distress15.3%
Physical Distress10.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.0%
Checkup Rate73.0%
Premature Death8,243/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access53.7%
Healthcare Facilities34

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Ansley has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.5°F
8% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.3 inches
31% below US avg
Snowfall25.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,303 ft (702 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density945/sq mi
Coordinates41.2873°N, 99.3825°W
County FIPS31041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 22.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 72.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.7%
D 13.4%

Winner: Republican by 72.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.2%
34% below US avg
High School+86.3%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density945/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities34
Restaurants32
Retail Stores70

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

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