Blair, NE
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Blair, NE
At a Glance
How Blair Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Blair's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Blair a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Blair residents earn a median household income of $76,292 , which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,289. The unemployment rate stands at 2.8% (22% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 685 business establishments, including 48 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Blair is $211,000 , 25% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $363,831. Median rent is $941/month, with 29.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1972.
Safety & Crime
Blair reports 162 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 57% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 786/100K.
Education
37.0% of adults in Blair hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% above the national average). 97.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Blair has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.