Avoca, NE

Nebraska · Metropolitan Area

Avoca is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 186. Residents earn $71,563 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
186 Population 1,329/sq mi density
$71,563 Median Income $31,940 per capita
$142,700 Home Value $241,653 Zillow
$900 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$71,563 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$142,700 home value, $900/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,563
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $142,700
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.2%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $900
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.3%
15% higher than US avg

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

People

Population186
Median Age40.4 yrs
Density1,329/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,563
Per Capita$31,940
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty14.3%
County GDP$1,148M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$142,700
Rent$900
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$241,653

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.4%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain33.6 in/yr
Elevation1,166 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.2%
High School+94.7%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute37 min
Broadband78.0%
Libraries6

Is Avoca a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Avoca receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Avoca offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Avoca is $71,563, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Avoca is $142,700, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Avoca experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.6 inches, including 32.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Avoca has a population of 186 with a density of 1,329 people per square mile. The median age is 40.4 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

186
Total Population
1,329
People / sq mi
40.4yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Avoca vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Avoca vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Avoca is $71,563, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Avoca vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,563
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,940
Avg Weekly Wage$990
IRS Avg AGI$86,572

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.3%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)706
County GDP$1,148M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare37
Retail58
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,832
67% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.3 min
Work from Home5.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Avoca is $142,700, 49% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $241,653.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$142,700
49% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$241,653

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$900
23% 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-Occupied84.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,832
67% above US avg
Effective Rate4.09%
In Avoca, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.4% report depression. 24.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure29.0%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.8%
Physical Inactivity24.0%
Depression20.4%
Mental Distress15.6%
Physical Distress11.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.5%
Checkup Rate75.0%
Premature Death7,015/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access59.0%
Healthcare Facilities37

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Avoca has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.6 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall32.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,166 ft (355 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,329/sq mi
Coordinates40.7964°N, 96.1193°W
County FIPS31025
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 6.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.2-point margin. 78.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.8%
D 30.6%

Winner: Republican by 37.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.2%
82% below US avg
High School+94.7%
School Test Score5.81
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,329/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants41
Retail Stores58

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.3 min
Work from Home5.1%

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