Bushnell, NE

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.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
177 Population 770/sq mi density
$37,917 Median Income $15,899 per capita
$57,500 Home Value $220,544 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$37,917 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$57,500 home value
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $37,917
50% lower than US avg
Home Value $57,500
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.6%
92% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.4%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.4%
89% higher than US avg

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

People

Population177
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density770/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

C+
Median Income$37,917
Per Capita$15,899
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty23.4%
County GDP$263M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$57,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$220,544

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.0%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain15.8 in/yr
Elevation4,869 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.6%
High School+84.5%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute19 min
Broadband61.0%
Libraries1

Is Bushnell a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Bushnell has a population of 177 with a density of 770 people per square mile. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.6%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

177
Total Population
770
People / sq mi
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Bushnell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.3%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.7%
35% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bushnell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bushnell is $37,917, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Bushnell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,917
50% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,899
Avg Weekly Wage$966
IRS Avg AGI$60,648

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate23.4%
89% above US avg
Establishments (County)144
County GDP$263M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare7
Retail22
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,280
6% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.2 min
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Bushnell is $57,500, 80% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $220,544.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$57,500
80% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$220,544

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-Occupied68.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,280
6% below US avg
Effective Rate5.70%
In Bushnell, 42.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.0% report depression. 30.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.4%
32% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma9.8%
COPD7.3%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity30.1%
Depression20.0%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.2%
Checkup Rate72.1%
Premature Death9,793/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access75.9%
Healthcare Facilities7

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Bushnell has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.7°F
14% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.8 inches
58% below US avg
Snowfall29.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,869 ft (1,484 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density770/sq mi
Coordinates41.2327°N, 103.8911°W
County FIPS31105
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 2.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (92% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 67-point margin. 61.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.8%
D 15.8%

Winner: Republican by 67 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.6%
92% below US avg
High School+84.5%
School Test Score5.81
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density770/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access61.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities7
Restaurants13
Retail Stores22

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.2 min
Work from Home5.6%

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