Nebraska
Bushnell is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 177. Residents earn $37,917 per year, which is 50% below the national average.
Based on current data, Bushnell receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Bushnell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Bushnell is $37,917, 50% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. The poverty rate of 23.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Bushnell is $57,500, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
2.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Bushnell experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.8 inches, including 29.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
| English Only | 91.3% |
| 16% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 8.7% |
| 35% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $37,917 |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $15,899 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $966 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,648 |
| Unemployment | 1.4% |
| 61% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 23.4% |
| 89% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 144 |
| County GDP | $263M |
| Restaurants | 13 |
| Healthcare | 7 |
| Retail | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,280 |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.70% |
| Commute Time | 19.2 min |
| Work from Home | 5.6% |
| Census Median | $57,500 |
| 80% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $220,544 |
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
| Owner-Occupied | 68.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,280 |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 5.70% |
| Obesity | 42.4% |
| 32% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.8% |
| Asthma | 9.8% |
| COPD | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 21.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.1% |
| Depression | 20.0% |
| Mental Distress | 16.9% |
| Physical Distress | 13.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 87.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 72.1% |
| Premature Death | 9,793/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 75.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 7 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Annual Average | 46.7°F |
| 14% below US avg | |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 15.8 inches |
| 58% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 29.8 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 4,869 ft (1,484 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 770/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.2327°N, 103.8911°W |
| County FIPS | 31105 |
Winner: Republican by 67 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 2.6% |
| 92% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 84.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.81 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 770/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.2 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 61.0% |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 7 |
| Restaurants | 13 |
| Retail Stores | 22 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 19.2 min |
| Work from Home | 5.6% |