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Chapman, NE

Nebraska · Metropolitan Area

Chapman is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 325. Residents earn $89,000 per year, which is 18% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
325 Population 722/sq mi density
$89,000 Median Income $33,420 per capita
$114,300 Home Value $304,552 Zillow
$1,563 Median Rent 17.5% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$89,000 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$114,300 home value, $1,563/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $89,000
18% higher than US avg
Home Value $114,300
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.8%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,563
34% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.5%
64% lower than US avg

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

People

Population325
Median Age35.1 yrs
Density722/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans7.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$89,000
Per Capita$33,420
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty4.5%
County GDP$554M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$114,300
Rent$1,563
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$304,552
Housing Units115
Rent Burden17.5%

Health

Obesity39.4%
Uninsured10.0%
Smoking15.5%
Depression18.8%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI32 (Good)
Rain28.5 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation1,765 ft (538 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.8%
High School+92.3%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute28 min
Broadband79.0%
Libraries3

Is Chapman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chapman receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Chapman stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chapman is $89,000, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chapman is $114,300, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,563 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Chapman experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.5 inches, including 28.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Chapman has a population of 325 with a density of 722 people per square mile. The median age is 35.1 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.6%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

325
Total Population
722
People / sq mi
35.1yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Chapman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.2%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.8%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Chapman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chapman is $89,000, which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Chapman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$89,000
18% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,420
Avg Weekly Wage$1,105
IRS Avg AGI$74,323

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.5%
64% below US avg
Establishments (County)275
County GDP$554M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare18
Retail27
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Drive Alone88.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Chapman is $114,300, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,563 (34% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $304,552.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$114,300
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$304,552

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,563
34% above 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-Occupied80.6%
Housing Units115
Median Year Built1946

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg
Effective Rate3.76%
In Chapman, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.0% of residents lack health insurance. 15.5% are current smokers. 18.8% report depression. 26.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma9.1%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.5%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.0%
Physical Inactivity26.8%
Depression18.8%
Mental Distress15.6%
Physical Distress11.9%
Short Sleep33.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.5%
Uninsured10.0%
16% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.3%
Dental Visits58.9%
Premature Death8,240/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access51.2%
Healthcare Facilities18
Chapman has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.5 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.3°F
7% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.5 inches
25% below US avg
Snowfall28.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,765 ft (538 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density722/sq mi
Coordinates41.0233°N, 98.1594°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS31121
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65-point margin. 79.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.8%
D 16.8%

Winner: Republican by 65 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.8%
47% below US avg
High School+92.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density722/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants10
Retail Stores27

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Drive Alone88.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

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