Archer, NE

Nebraska · Metropolitan Area

Archer is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 48. Residents earn $58,625 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
48 Population 48/sq mi density
$58,625 Median Income $29,404 per capita
$163,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$58,625 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$163,800 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,625
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $163,800
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population48
Median Age60.6 yrs
Density48/mi²
Male / Female67% / 33%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans49.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$58,625
Per Capita$29,404
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$554M

Housing

A+
Home Value$163,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.3%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain28.5 in/yr
Elevation1,757 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
CommuteN/A
Broadband31.0%
Libraries3

Is Archer a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Archer receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Archer stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Archer is $58,625, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Archer is $163,800, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Archer experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.5 inches, including 28.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Archer has a population of 48 with a density of 48 people per square mile. The median age is 60.6 years, 56% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

48
Total Population
48
People / sq mi
60.6yrs
Median Age
56% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 66.7%
Female 33.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Archer vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Archer vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Archer is $58,625, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Archer vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,625
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,404
Avg Weekly Wage$1,105
IRS Avg AGI$74,323

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)275
County GDP$554M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare18
Retail27
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.63%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home58.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Archer is $163,800, 42% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$163,800
42% below US avg

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg
Effective Rate2.63%
In Archer, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.3% report depression. 26.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma8.7%
COPD6.4%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.0%
Physical Inactivity26.7%
Depression17.3%
Mental Distress15.2%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate71.4%
Premature Death8,240/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access51.2%
Healthcare Facilities18

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Archer has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.3°F
7% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.5 inches
25% below US avg
Snowfall28.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,757 ft (536 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density48/sq mi
Coordinates41.1666°N, 98.1389°W
County FIPS31121
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65-point margin. 31.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.8%
D 16.8%

Winner: Republican by 65 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.81
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density48/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access31.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants10
Retail Stores27

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home58.3%

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