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Central City, NE
Full City Profile · Nebraska · Merrick County County
Central City, NE
At a Glance
How Central City Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Central City's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Central City a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Central City residents earn a median household income of $62,012 , which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,675. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 275 business establishments, including 10 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Central City is $158,300 , 44% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $198,661. Median rent is $729/month, with 28.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1969.
Safety & Crime
Central City reports 209 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 45% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 209/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
19.7% of adults in Central City hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below the national average). 92.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Central City has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 308 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 28.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.