Cody, NE

Nebraska

Cody is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 180. Residents earn $68,594 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
180 Population 175/sq mi density
$68,594 Median Income $39,040 per capita
$102,100 Home Value $163,194 Zillow
$615 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$68,594 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$102,100 home value, $615/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,594
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $102,100
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $615
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.5%
72% lower than US avg

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

People

Population180
Median Age48.4 yrs
Density175/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,594
Per Capita$39,040
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty3.5%
County GDP$485M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$102,100
Rent$615
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$163,194

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.4%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain22.6 in/yr
Elevation3,096 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+92.3%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 11%
Commute21 min
Broadband85.0%
Libraries2

Is Cody a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cody receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Cody stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cody is $68,594, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cody is $102,100, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $615 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

32.9% 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

Cody experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.6 inches, including 38.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Cody has a population of 180 with a density of 175 people per square mile. The median age is 48.4 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.9%), with 14.4% Hispanic.

Population

180
Total Population
175
People / sq mi
48.4yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Cody vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.9%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.1%
62% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cody vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cody is $68,594, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Cody vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,594
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,040
Avg Weekly Wage$795
IRS Avg AGI$58,223

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.5%
72% below US avg
Establishments (County)294
County GDP$485M

Business (County)

Restaurants27
Healthcare15
Retail38
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,133
39% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.4 min
Work from Home9.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Cody is $102,100, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $615 (47% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $163,194.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$102,100
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$163,194

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$615
47% 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-Occupied75.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,133
39% below US avg
Effective Rate2.09%
In Cody, 40.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.4% report depression. 26.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma9.5%
COPD6.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.1%
Physical Inactivity26.1%
Depression18.4%
Mental Distress15.7%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.7%
Checkup Rate71.5%
Premature Death9,393/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access66.5%
Healthcare Facilities15

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Cody has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.1°F
15% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.6 inches
40% below US avg
Snowfall38.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,096 ft (944 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density175/sq mi
Coordinates42.9377°N, 101.2489°W
County FIPS31031
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 76.2-point margin. 85.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87.6%
D 11.4%

Winner: Republican by 76.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+92.3%
School Test Score5.81
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density175/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants27
Retail Stores38

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.4 min
Work from Home9.0%

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