Campbell, NE

Nebraska

Campbell is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 271. Residents earn $66,000 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
271 Population 661/sq mi density
$66,000 Median Income $30,437 per capita
$55,900 Home Value $123,176 Zillow
$825 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$66,000 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$55,900 home value, $825/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,000
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $55,900
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.4%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $825
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.1%
43% lower than US avg

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

People

Population271
Median Age55.1 yrs
Density661/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,000
Per Capita$30,437
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty7.1%
County GDP$125M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$55,900
Rent$825
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$123,176

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.9%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain25.5 in/yr
Elevation2,053 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.4%
High School+88.6%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute25 min
Libraries2

Is Campbell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Campbell receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Campbell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Campbell is $66,000, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Campbell is $55,900, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $825 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

17.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Campbell experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.5 inches, including 18.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Campbell has a population of 271 with a density of 661 people per square mile. The median age is 55.1 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.1%).

Population

271
Total Population
661
People / sq mi
55.1yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Campbell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.6%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Campbell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Campbell is $66,000, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Campbell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,000
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,437
Avg Weekly Wage$787
IRS Avg AGI$67,914

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.1%
43% below US avg
Establishments (County)131
County GDP$125M

Business (County)

Restaurants5
Healthcare10
Retail14

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.5 min
Work from Home1.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Campbell is $55,900, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $825 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $123,176.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$55,900
80% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$123,176

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$825
29% 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-Occupied80.4%

Property Tax

In Campbell, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.9% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma9.2%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.2%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression18.9%
Mental Distress15.2%
Physical Distress11.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Checkup Rate72.9%
Premature Death13,659/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access39.4%
Healthcare Facilities10

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Campbell has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.5 inches
33% below US avg
Snowfall18.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,053 ft (626 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density661/sq mi
Coordinates40.2963°N, 98.7315°W
County FIPS31061
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 17.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 69.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.4%
D 14.8%

Winner: Republican by 69.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.4%
48% below US avg
High School+88.6%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density661/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants5
Retail Stores14

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.5 min
Work from Home1.0%

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