Chadron, NE
Full City Profile · Nebraska · Dawes County County
Chadron, NE
At a Glance
How Chadron Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Chadron's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Chadron a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Chadron residents earn a median household income of $54,026 , which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,442. The unemployment rate stands at 1.6% (56% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 301 business establishments, including 32 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Chadron is $153,300 , 46% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $199,186. Median rent is $1,044/month, with 29.0% 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 1959.
Safety & Crime
Chadron reports 214 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 44% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,909/100K.
Education
41.4% of adults in Chadron hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% above the national average). 93.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Chadron has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.2 inches.