Arnold, NE

Nebraska

Arnold is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 887. Residents earn $63,214 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
887 Population 1,324/sq mi density
$63,214 Median Income $29,906 per capita
$118,200 Home Value $168,411 Zillow
$850 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$63,214 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$118,200 home value, $850/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,214
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $118,200
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.1%
17% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.2%
58% lower than US avg

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

People

Population887
Median Age31.5 yrs
Density1,324/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A
Median Income$63,214
Per Capita$29,906
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty5.2%
County GDP$40M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$118,200
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$168,411

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.9%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain23.5 in/yr
Elevation2,705 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.1%
High School+94.2%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 93% / D 6%
Commute27 min
Libraries1

Is Arnold a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Arnold receives an overall livability score of 4.2 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. Arnold stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Arnold is $63,214, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Arnold is $118,200, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

28.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Arnold experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.5 inches, including 30.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Arnold has a population of 887 with a density of 1,324 people per square mile. The median age is 31.5 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.3%).

Population

887
Total Population
1,324
People / sq mi
31.5yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

Arnold vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Arnold vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arnold is $63,214, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Arnold vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,214
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,906
Avg Weekly Wage$795
IRS Avg AGI$58,769

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.2%
58% below US avg
Establishments (County)34
County GDP$40M

Business (County)

Retail4

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.8 min
Work from Home2.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Arnold is $118,200, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $168,411.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$118,200
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$168,411

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% 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-Occupied70.9%

Property Tax

In Arnold, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.9% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.1%
25% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma9.3%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.8%
Physical Inactivity25.8%
Depression17.9%
Mental Distress15.2%
Physical Distress11.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.5%
Checkup Rate72.8%

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Arnold has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.9°F
11% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.5 inches
38% below US avg
Snowfall30.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,705 ft (824 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density1,324/sq mi
Coordinates41.4232°N, 100.1936°W
County FIPS31113
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 28.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 87.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 93%
D 5.7%

Winner: Republican by 87.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.1%
17% below US avg
High School+94.2%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,324/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Retail Stores4

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.8 min
Work from Home2.9%

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