Arcadia, NE

Nebraska

Arcadia is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 347. Residents earn $82,273 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
347 Population 609/sq mi density
$82,273 Median Income $40,060 per capita
$118,200 Home Value $223,855 Zillow
$537 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$82,273 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$118,200 home value, $537/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,273
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $118,200
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.1%
20% lower than US avg
Median Rent $537
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.4%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population347
Median Age42.1 yrs
Density609/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

A+
Median Income$82,273
Per Capita$40,060
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$882M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$118,200
Rent$537
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$223,855

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.2%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain26.3 in/yr
Elevation2,158 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.1%
High School+93.4%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute17 min
Libraries7

Is Arcadia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Arcadia 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. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Arcadia stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Arcadia is $82,273, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Arcadia is $118,200, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $537 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Arcadia 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.

Arcadia has a population of 347 with a density of 609 people per square mile. The median age is 42.1 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.3%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

347
Total Population
609
People / sq mi
42.1yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Arcadia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Arcadia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arcadia is $82,273, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Arcadia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,273
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,060
Avg Weekly Wage$961
IRS Avg AGI$58,725

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% 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 Rate2.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Arcadia is $118,200, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $537 (54% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $223,855.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$118,200
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$223,855

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$537
54% 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-Occupied73.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,290
6% below US avg
Effective Rate2.78%
In Arcadia, 42.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.2% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.4%
32% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity26.3%
Depression20.2%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.9%
Checkup Rate73.3%
Premature Death8,243/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Arcadia 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

Elevation2,158 ft (658 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density609/sq mi
Coordinates41.4248°N, 99.1261°W
County FIPS31041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 27.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% 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+27.1%
20% below US avg
High School+93.4%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density609/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 Commute16.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

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