Bradshaw, NE

Nebraska

Bradshaw is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 377. Residents earn $70,919 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
377 Population 1,178/sq mi density
$70,919 Median Income $25,158 per capita
$98,300 Home Value $234,667 Zillow
$956 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$70,919 median income, 5.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$98,300 home value, $956/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,919
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $98,300
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $956
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.0%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.8%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population377
Median Age30.2 yrs
Density1,178/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 71%

Economy

B+
Median Income$70,919
Per Capita$25,158
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty1.8%
County GDP$1,248M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$98,300
Rent$956
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$234,667

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.0%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain30.2 in/yr
Elevation1,719 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+93.7%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute19 min
Libraries1

Is Bradshaw a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bradshaw receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Bradshaw stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bradshaw is $70,919, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bradshaw is $98,300, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $956 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Bradshaw 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 30.2 inches, including 27.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Bradshaw has a population of 377 with a density of 1,178 people per square mile. The median age is 30.2 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.8%), with 5% Black.

Population

377
Total Population
1,178
People / sq mi
30.2yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Bradshaw vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.0%
4% above US avg
Spanish18.0%
34% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Bradshaw vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bradshaw is $70,919, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Bradshaw vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,919
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,158
Avg Weekly Wage$1,033
IRS Avg AGI$81,151

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.8%
85% below US avg
Establishments (County)646
County GDP$1,248M

Business (County)

Restaurants46
Healthcare51
Retail70
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,856
39% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.0 min
Work from Home0.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Bradshaw is $98,300, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $956 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $234,667.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$98,300
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$234,667

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$956
18% 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-Occupied68.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,856
39% above US avg
Effective Rate4.94%
In Bradshaw, 41.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.0% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.0%
28% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma9.4%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.9%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression18.0%
Mental Distress15.3%
Physical Distress11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.2%
Checkup Rate70.8%
Premature Death7,472/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access69.8%
Healthcare Facilities51

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Bradshaw has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.6°F
6% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.2 inches
21% below US avg
Snowfall27.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,719 ft (524 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density1,178/sq mi
Coordinates40.8835°N, 97.7469°W
County FIPS31185
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.9%
D 23.6%

Winner: Republican by 51.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+93.7%
School Test Score5.81
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,178/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities51
Restaurants46
Retail Stores70

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.0 min
Work from Home0.8%

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