Comstock, NE

Nebraska

Comstock is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 77. Residents earn $55,278 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
77 Population 220/sq mi density
$55,278 Median Income $29,388 per capita
$83,100 Home Value
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$55,278 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$83,100 home value
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,278
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $83,100
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.1%
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.5%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population77
Median Age42.8 yrs
Density220/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans68.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$55,278
Per Capita$29,388
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.5%
County GDP$60M
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$83,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity38.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.5%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI32 (Good)
Elevation2,245 ft (684 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.1%
High School+85.9%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 17%
Commute13 min
Broadband40.0%
Libraries1

Is Comstock a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Comstock receives an overall livability score of 3.7 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. Comstock offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Comstock is $55,278, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Comstock is $83,100, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Comstock experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Comstock has a population of 77 with a density of 220 people per square mile. The median age is 42.8 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

77
Total Population
220
People / sq mi
42.8yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.1%
Female 42.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Comstock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.7%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.3%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Comstock vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Comstock is $55,278, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Comstock vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,278
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,388
Avg Weekly Wage$685
IRS Avg AGI$1,374

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.5%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)20
County GDP$60M

Business (County)

Retail3

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.7 min
Drive Alone79.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Comstock is $83,100, 71% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$83,100
71% below US avg

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-Occupied65.0%

Property Tax

In Comstock, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.5% report depression. 23.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma8.5%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking25.0%
Physical Inactivity23.4%
Depression16.5%
Mental Distress14.1%
Physical Distress10.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.8%
Checkup Rate71.8%

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access36.9%
Comstock has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.6°F
10% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,245 ft (684 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density220/sq mi
Coordinates41.5572°N, 99.2430°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS31115
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.7-point margin. 40.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.7%
D 17.1%

Winner: Republican by 65.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.1%
58% below US avg
High School+85.9%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density220/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access40.0%
Public Libraries1
Retail Stores3

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.7 min
Drive Alone79.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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