Coleridge, NE

Nebraska

Coleridge is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 531. Residents earn $50,417 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
531 Population 1,062/sq mi density
$50,417 Median Income $37,481 per capita
$81,000 Home Value $161,048 Zillow
$575 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$50,417 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$81,000 home value, $575/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,417
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $81,000
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.4%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $575
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.0%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.0%
3% lower than US avg

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

People

Population531
Median Age41.6 yrs
Density1,062/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,417
Per Capita$37,481
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty12.0%
County GDP$562M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$81,000
Rent$575
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$161,048

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.0%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain29.6 in/yr
Elevation1,555 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.4%
High School+94.8%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 14%
Commute20 min
Libraries3

Is Coleridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Coleridge receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Coleridge offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Coleridge is $50,417, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 12.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Coleridge is $81,000, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $575 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

9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Coleridge experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.6 inches, including 35.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Coleridge has a population of 531 with a density of 1,062 people per square mile. The median age is 41.6 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.1%), with 1.7% Black.

Population

531
Total Population
1,062
People / sq mi
41.6yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Coleridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Coleridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Coleridge is $50,417, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Coleridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,417
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,481
Avg Weekly Wage$857
IRS Avg AGI$77,007

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.0%
3% below US avg
Establishments (County)342
County GDP$562M

Business (County)

Restaurants17
Healthcare18
Retail52
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,860
18% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.1 min
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Coleridge is $81,000, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $575 (51% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $161,048.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,000
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$161,048

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$575
51% 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-Occupied62.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,860
18% below US avg
Effective Rate3.53%
In Coleridge, 41.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.0% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.0%
28% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.7%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression18.0%
Mental Distress15.3%
Physical Distress10.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%
Checkup Rate72.2%
Premature Death5,345/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access53.9%
Healthcare Facilities18

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Coleridge has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.9°F
11% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.6 inches
22% below US avg
Snowfall35.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,555 ft (474 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density1,062/sq mi
Coordinates42.5064°N, 97.2031°W
County FIPS31027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.3%
D 14.3%

Winner: Republican by 70 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.4%
72% below US avg
High School+94.8%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,062/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants17
Retail Stores52

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.1 min
Work from Home2.4%

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