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Byron, NE

Nebraska

Byron is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 81. Residents earn $60,625 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
81 Population 506/sq mi density
$60,625 Median Income $33,244 per capita
$46,000 Home Value $155,822 Zillow
$670 Median Rent 17.5% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$60,625 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$46,000 home value, $670/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,625
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $46,000
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.7%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent $670
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.9%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population81
Median Age56.6 yrs
Density506/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans64.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$60,625
Per Capita$33,244
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.9%
County GDP$536M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$46,000
Rent$670
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$155,822
Housing Units43
Rent Burden17.5%

Health

Obesity39.9%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking15.5%
Depression20.2%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI32 (Good)
Rain31.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,676 ft (511 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.7%
High School+93.2%
Graduate+19.2%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute16 min
Broadband37.0%
Libraries5

Is Byron a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Byron receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Byron stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Byron is $60,625, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Byron is $46,000, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $670 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Byron experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.1 inches, including 23.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Byron has a population of 81 with a density of 506 people per square mile. The median age is 56.6 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.8%).

Population

81
Total Population
506
People / sq mi
56.6yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.9%
Female 53.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Byron vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.0%
20% above US avg
Spanish6.0%
55% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Byron vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Byron is $60,625, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Byron vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,625
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,244
Avg Weekly Wage$982
IRS Avg AGI$76,884

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.9%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)262
County GDP$536M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare10
Retail31
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,850
19% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.2 min
Drive Alone90.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Byron is $46,000, 84% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $670 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $155,822.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$46,000
84% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$155,822

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$670
42% below US avg
Rent Burden17.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.7%
Housing Units43
Median Year Built1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,850
19% below US avg
Effective Rate6.20%
In Byron, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 15.5% are current smokers. 20.2% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.9%
24% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma9.9%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.5%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity26.3%
Depression20.2%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep28.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Checkup Rate73.4%
Dental Visits65.9%
Premature Death6,893/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access33.9%
Healthcare Facilities10
Byron has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.1 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.1 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall23.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,676 ft (511 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density506/sq mi
Coordinates40.0047°N, 97.7688°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS31169
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.8-point margin. 37.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.9%
D 19.1%

Winner: Republican by 60.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.7%
30% below US avg
High School+93.2%
Graduate Degree+19.2%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density506/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access37.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants14
Retail Stores31

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.2 min
Drive Alone90.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

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