Cordova, NE

Nebraska · Metropolitan Area

Cordova is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 116. Residents earn $60,000 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
116 Population 464/sq mi density
$60,000 Median Income $40,882 per capita
$81,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$60,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$81,700 home value
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
34.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,000
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $81,700
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.2%
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population116
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density464/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans87.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$60,000
Per Capita$40,882
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,090M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$81,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.1%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain29.0 in/yr
Elevation1,564 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.2%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute23 min
Broadband48.0%
Libraries3

Is Cordova a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cordova 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. Cordova stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cordova is $60,000, 20% below the national average of $75,149. 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.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cordova is $81,700, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.2% 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

Cordova experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.0 inches, including 23.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Cordova has a population of 116 with a density of 464 people per square mile. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.4%), with 2.6% Hispanic.

Population

116
Total Population
464
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Cordova vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Cordova vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cordova is $60,000, which is 20% below 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: Cordova vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,000
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,882
Avg Weekly Wage$995
IRS Avg AGI$87,858

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)516
County GDP$1,090M

Business (County)

Restaurants40
Healthcare40
Retail46
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,158
47% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.2 min
Work from Home4.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Cordova is $81,700, 71% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,700
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-Occupied67.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,158
47% above US avg
Effective Rate6.31%
In Cordova, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.1% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma9.0%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.1%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression19.1%
Mental Distress14.8%
Physical Distress11.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.1%
Checkup Rate71.6%
Premature Death5,490/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access62.6%
Healthcare Facilities40

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Cordova has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.7°F
8% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.0 inches
24% below US avg
Snowfall23.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,564 ft (477 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density464/sq mi
Coordinates40.7164°N, 97.3516°W
County FIPS31159
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 34.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.6-point margin. 48.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.6%
D 26%

Winner: Republican by 46.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.2%
1% above 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 Density464/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access48.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities40
Restaurants40
Retail Stores46

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.2 min
Work from Home4.0%

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