Arapahoe, NE

Nebraska

Arapahoe is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 1,010. Residents earn $63,173 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,010 Population 1,041/sq mi density
$63,173 Median Income $29,238 per capita
$95,000 Home Value $156,472 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$63,173 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,000 home value
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,173
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,000
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.3%
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.9%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.7%
19% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,010
Median Age52.8 yrs
Density1,041/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

B+
Median Income$63,173
Per Capita$29,238
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty14.7%
County GDP$300M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$156,472

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity44.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.2%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain24.8 in/yr
Elevation2,179 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.3%
High School+90.6%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 15%
Commute14 min
Libraries4

Is Arapahoe a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Arapahoe receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Arapahoe offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Arapahoe is $63,173, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Arapahoe is $95,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Arapahoe experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Arapahoe has a population of 1,010 with a density of 1,041 people per square mile. The median age is 52.8 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.3%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

1,010
Total Population
1,041
People / sq mi
52.8yrs
Median Age
36% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Arapahoe vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Arapahoe vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arapahoe is $63,173, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Arapahoe vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,173
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,238
Avg Weekly Wage$922
IRS Avg AGI$58,627

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.7%
19% above US avg
Establishments (County)212
County GDP$300M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare21
Retail24
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,575
26% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.3 min
Work from Home4.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Arapahoe is $95,000, 66% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $156,472.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,000
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$156,472

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-Occupied74.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,575
26% below US avg
Effective Rate2.71%
In Arapahoe, 44.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.2% report depression. 26.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.9%
40% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma9.9%
COPD6.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.1%
Physical Inactivity26.9%
Depression19.2%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.4%
Checkup Rate73.5%
Premature Death8,966/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access64.9%
Healthcare Facilities21

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Arapahoe has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.8 inches
35% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,179 ft (664 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density1,041/sq mi
Coordinates40.3051°N, 99.8980°W
County FIPS31065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 18.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 69.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.7%
D 14.8%

Winner: Republican by 69.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.3%
46% below US avg
High School+90.6%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,041/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants8
Retail Stores24

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.3 min
Work from Home4.4%

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