Cheney, NE

Nebraska · Metropolitan Area

Cheney is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 174. Residents earn $101,932 per year, which is 36% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
174 Population 1,243/sq mi density
$101,932 Median Income $31,113 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$101,932 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $101,932
36% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.7%
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.7%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population174
Median Age18.3 yrs
Density1,243/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans87.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$101,932
Per Capita$31,113
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$28,815M
Commute23 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.3%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain32.3 in/yr
Elevation1,442 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.7%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 51%
Commute23 min
Broadband49.0%
Libraries9

Is Cheney a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cheney receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Cheney stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cheney is $101,932, which is significantly higher than the national average — 36% above $75,149. This places Cheney among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Cheney experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Cheney has a population of 174 with a density of 1,243 people per square mile. The median age is 18.3 years, 53% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

174
Total Population
1,243
People / sq mi
18.3yrs
Median Age
53% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Cheney vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cheney vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cheney is $101,932, which is 36% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Cheney vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$101,932
36% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,113
Avg Weekly Wage$1,141
IRS Avg AGI$85,036

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,853
County GDP$28,815M

Business (County)

Restaurants794
Healthcare1,148
Retail989
Manufacturing246

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,896
97% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,896
97% above US avg
In Cheney, 31.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.3% report depression. 14.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.7%
1% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure26.7%
Asthma8.8%
COPD3.9%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.4%
Physical Inactivity14.8%
Depression19.3%
Mental Distress12.8%
Physical Distress8.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.5%
Checkup Rate75.1%
Premature Death6,252/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access95.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,148

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Safety Score

Cheney has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.3 inches
15% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,442 ft (440 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,243/sq mi
Coordinates40.7260°N, 96.5936°W
County FIPS31109
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 33.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (0% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 4.3-point margin. 49.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.1%
D 51.4%

Winner: Democrat by 4.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.7%
0% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.81
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,243/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access49.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities1,148
Restaurants794
Retail Stores989

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

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