Bartlett, NE

Nebraska

Bartlett is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 162. Residents earn $52,500 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
162 Population 1,157/sq mi density
$52,500 Median Income $37,294 per capita
$85,600 Home Value
$556 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$52,500 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,600 home value, $556/mo rent
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
39.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,500
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,600
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.5%
17% higher than US avg
Median Rent $556
52% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population162
Median Age53.5 yrs
Density1,157/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,500
Per Capita$37,294
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$97M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,600
Rent$556
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.5%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain27.2 in/yr
Elevation2,186 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.5%
High School+96.1%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 12%
Commute14 min
Broadband77.0%

Is Bartlett a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bartlett receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Bartlett stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bartlett is $52,500, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate 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 Bartlett is $85,600, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $556 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Bartlett experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.2 inches, including 35.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Bartlett has a population of 162 with a density of 1,157 people per square mile. The median age is 53.5 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%).

Population

162
Total Population
1,157
People / sq mi
53.5yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42%
Female 58%

Race & Ethnicity

Bartlett vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Bartlett vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bartlett is $52,500, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Bartlett vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,500
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,294
Avg Weekly Wage$802
IRS Avg AGI$49,389

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)40
County GDP$97M

Business (County)

Restaurants4

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.5 min
Work from Home10.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Bartlett is $85,600, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $556 (52% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,600
70% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$556
52% 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-Occupied71.4%

Property Tax

In Bartlett, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.5% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.4%
20% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma9.3%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.6%
Physical Inactivity23.6%
Depression18.5%
Mental Distress14.9%
Physical Distress10.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.6%
Checkup Rate73.4%

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.2/10
Exercise Access8.3%

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Bartlett has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.5°F
8% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.2 inches
28% below US avg
Snowfall35.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,186 ft (666 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,157/sq mi
Coordinates41.8839°N, 98.5526°W
County FIPS31183
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 39.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 75.5-point margin. 77.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87.2%
D 11.7%

Winner: Republican by 75.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.5%
17% above US avg
High School+96.1%
School Test Score5.81
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,157/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.0%
Restaurants4

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.5 min
Work from Home10.3%

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