Benkelman, NE

Nebraska

Benkelman is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 946. Residents earn $42,500 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
946 Population 788/sq mi density
$42,500 Median Income $31,048 per capita
$84,800 Home Value $176,115 Zillow
$580 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$42,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$84,800 home value, $580/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,500
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $84,800
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.9%
32% lower than US avg
Median Rent $580
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.6%
18% higher than US avg

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

People

Population946
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density788/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B
Median Income$42,500
Per Capita$31,048
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty14.6%
County GDP$241M
Commute8 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$84,800
Rent$580
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$176,115

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.0%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain19.7 in/yr
Elevation3,043 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.9%
High School+96.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 89% / D 10%
Commute8 min
Libraries1

Is Benkelman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Benkelman receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Benkelman offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Benkelman is $42,500, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Benkelman is $84,800, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $580 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

22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Benkelman experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.7 inches, including 27.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Benkelman has a population of 946 with a density of 788 people per square mile. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.9%).

Population

946
Total Population
788
People / sq mi
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Benkelman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Benkelman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Benkelman is $42,500, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes.

Income: Benkelman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,500
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,048
Avg Weekly Wage$970
IRS Avg AGI$59,844

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.6%
18% above US avg
Establishments (County)84
County GDP$241M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare5
Retail12
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time7.5 min
Work from Home10.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Benkelman is $84,800, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $580 (50% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $176,115.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$84,800
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$176,115

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$580
50% 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-Occupied75.0%

Property Tax

In Benkelman, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.0% report depression. 26.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.2%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma9.6%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.0%
Physical Inactivity26.2%
Depression19.0%
Mental Distress15.8%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.7%
Checkup Rate73.3%
Premature Death7,919/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access35.6%
Healthcare Facilities5

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Benkelman has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.7 inches
48% below US avg
Snowfall27.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,043 ft (928 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density788/sq mi
Coordinates40.0468°N, 101.5402°W
County FIPS31057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 78.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 89.2%
D 10.3%

Winner: Republican by 78.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.9%
32% below US avg
High School+96.0%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density788/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants6
Retail Stores12

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute7.5 min
Work from Home10.9%

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