Bloomfield, NE

Nebraska

Bloomfield is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 870. Residents earn $58,500 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
870 Population 1,061/sq mi density
$58,500 Median Income $32,316 per capita
$78,500 Home Value $95,652 Zillow
$717 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$58,500 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$78,500 home value, $717/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,500
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $78,500
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.6%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $717
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population870
Median Age59.7 yrs
Density1,061/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

A
Median Income$58,500
Per Capita$32,316
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$874M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$78,500
Rent$717
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$95,652

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.9%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain26.2 in/yr
Elevation1,693 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.6%
High School+90.1%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute24 min
Libraries6

Is Bloomfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bloomfield receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Bloomfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bloomfield is $58,500, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bloomfield is $78,500, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $717 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Bloomfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.2 inches, including 36.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Bloomfield has a population of 870 with a density of 1,061 people per square mile. The median age is 59.7 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90%), with 7.4% Hispanic.

Population

870
Total Population
1,061
People / sq mi
59.7yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Bloomfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.4%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.6%
51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bloomfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bloomfield is $58,500, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Bloomfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,500
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,316
Avg Weekly Wage$826
IRS Avg AGI$63,409

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)328
County GDP$874M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare20
Retail41
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,400
31% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.2 min
Work from Home4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Bloomfield is $78,500, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $717 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $95,652.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$78,500
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$95,652

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$717
38% 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-Occupied82.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,400
31% below US avg
Effective Rate3.06%
In Bloomfield, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.9% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.4%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.2%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.2%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression17.9%
Mental Distress15.4%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Checkup Rate72.9%
Premature Death8,014/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access48.2%
Healthcare Facilities20

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Bloomfield has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average47.3°F
12% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.2 inches
31% below US avg
Snowfall36.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,693 ft (516 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density1,061/sq mi
Coordinates42.5984°N, 97.6481°W
County FIPS31107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 16.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81%
D 17.7%

Winner: Republican by 63.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.6%
51% below US avg
High School+90.1%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,061/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants18
Retail Stores41

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.2 min
Work from Home4.7%

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