Bristow, NE

Nebraska

Bristow is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 58. Residents earn $46,250 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
58 Population 363/sq mi density
$46,250 Median Income $23,633 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$46,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,250
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.4%
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.3%
33% lower than US avg

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

People

Population58
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density363/mi²
Male / Female64% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans37.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,250
Per Capita$23,633
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.3%
County GDP$140M
Commute28 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.0%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain27.4 in/yr
Elevation1,466 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.4%
High School+97.1%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 12%
Commute28 min
Broadband21.0%
Libraries1

Is Bristow a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bristow receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Bristow offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bristow is $46,250, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Education

29.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Bristow experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.4 inches, including 36.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Bristow has a population of 58 with a density of 363 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 (94.8%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

58
Total Population
363
People / sq mi
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.8%
Female 36.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Bristow vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.2%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.8%
64% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bristow vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bristow is $46,250, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Bristow vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,250
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,633
Avg Weekly Wage$711
IRS Avg AGI$49,049

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.3%
33% below US avg
Establishments (County)92
County GDP$140M

Business (County)

Restaurants3
Healthcare5
Retail12
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$706
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$1,001
3 Bedrooms$1,274
4 Bedrooms$1,409

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.0%

Property Tax

In Bristow, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.0% report depression. 27.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.1%
22% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity27.0%
Depression20.0%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.1%
Checkup Rate73.7%
Premature Death9,953/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access1.9%
Healthcare Facilities5

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Bristow has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.5°F
12% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.4 inches
28% below US avg
Snowfall36.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,466 ft (447 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density363/sq mi
Coordinates42.8408°N, 98.5833°W
County FIPS31015
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 29.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 75-point margin. 21.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87.3%
D 12.3%

Winner: Republican by 75 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.4%
13% below US avg
High School+97.1%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density363/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access21.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants3
Retail Stores12

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

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