Cedar Bluffs, NE

Nebraska · Metropolitan Area

Cedar Bluffs is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 760. Residents earn $82,031 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
760 Population 1,949/sq mi density
$82,031 Median Income $35,589 per capita
$148,200 Home Value $241,452 Zillow
$1,089 Median Rent 18.9% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$82,031 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$148,200 home value, $1,089/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,031
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $148,200
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.4%
19% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,089
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.7%
10% higher than US avg

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

People

Population760
Median Age40.2 yrs
Density1,949/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

A
Median Income$82,031
Per Capita$35,589
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty13.7%
County GDP$1,090M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$148,200
Rent$1,089
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$241,452
Rent Burden18.9%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.6%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Elevation1,297 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.4%
High School+93.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute29 min
Libraries6

Is Cedar Bluffs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cedar Bluffs receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Cedar Bluffs stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cedar Bluffs is $82,031, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 13.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cedar Bluffs is $148,200, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,089 per month. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Cedar Bluffs experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Cedar Bluffs has a population of 760 with a density of 1,949 people per square mile. The median age is 40.2 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90%), with 1.8% Hispanic, 4.5% Black.

Population

760
Total Population
1,949
People / sq mi
40.2yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Cedar Bluffs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.0%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.0%
70% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cedar Bluffs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cedar Bluffs is $82,031, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Cedar Bluffs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,031
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,589
Avg Weekly Wage$960
IRS Avg AGI$104,730

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.7%
10% above US avg
Establishments (County)656
County GDP$1,090M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare33
Retail72
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,137
75% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.3 min
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Cedar Bluffs is $148,200, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,089 (6% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $241,452.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$148,200
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$241,452
Median List Price$268,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$268,500
$/Sq Ft$168
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.3%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,089
6% below US avg
Rent Burden18.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,137
75% above US avg
Effective Rate4.14%
In Cedar Bluffs, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.6% report depression. 21.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Cedar Bluffs vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.3%
19% above US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma9.1%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.2%
Physical Inactivity21.3%
Depression17.6%
Mental Distress14.2%
Physical Distress10.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.2%
Checkup Rate73.0%
Premature Death6,667/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access61.5%
Healthcare Facilities33

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Cedar Bluffs has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.2°F
7% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,297 ft (395 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density1,949/sq mi
Coordinates41.3971°N, 96.6098°W
County FIPS31155
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 27.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.6%
D 26.2%

Winner: Republican by 46.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.4%
19% below US avg
High School+93.0%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,949/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants41
Retail Stores72

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.3 min
Work from Home4.1%

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