Chappell, NE

Nebraska

Chappell is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 843. Residents earn $54,758 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
843 Population 1,204/sq mi density
$54,758 Median Income $36,268 per capita
$88,000 Home Value $173,241 Zillow
$727 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$54,758 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$88,000 home value, $727/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,758
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $88,000
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.3%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $727
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.1%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population843
Median Age50.7 yrs
Density1,204/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,758
Per Capita$36,268
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty8.1%
County GDP$88M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$88,000
Rent$727
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$173,241

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.5%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain19.0 in/yr
Elevation3,691 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.3%
High School+89.8%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 15%
Commute25 min
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Chappell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chappell receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Chappell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chappell is $54,758, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chappell is $88,000, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $727 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Chappell experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Chappell has a population of 843 with a density of 1,204 people per square mile. The median age is 50.7 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.9%).

Population

843
Total Population
1,204
People / sq mi
50.7yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%
Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Chappell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Chappell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chappell is $54,758, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Chappell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,758
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,268
Avg Weekly Wage$761
IRS Avg AGI$57,699

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.1%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)78
County GDP$88M

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Retail11

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.9 min
Work from Home5.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Chappell is $88,000, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $727 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $173,241.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$88,000
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$173,241

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$727
37% 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-Occupied84.3%

Property Tax

In Chappell, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.5% report depression. 26.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma9.7%
COPD6.1%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.5%
Physical Inactivity26.0%
Depression19.5%
Mental Distress15.9%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.3%
Checkup Rate73.1%
Premature Death7,402/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access60.1%

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Chappell has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.6°F
10% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.0 inches
50% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,691 ft (1,125 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density1,204/sq mi
Coordinates41.0913°N, 102.4699°W
County FIPS31049
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 20.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.3%
D 14.9%

Winner: Republican by 68.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.3%
40% below US avg
High School+89.8%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,204/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries2
Restaurants7
Retail Stores11

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.9 min
Work from Home5.7%

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