Cornlea, NE

Nebraska

Cornlea is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 40.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
40 Population 444/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $25,703 per capita
$112,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $112,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.5%
45% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population40
Median Age44.7 yrs
Density444/mi²
Male / Female35% / 65%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans15.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$25,703
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,864M
Commute24 min

Housing

Home Value$112,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain28.2 in/yr
Elevation1,722 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.5%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute24 min
Broadband8.0%
Libraries2

Is Cornlea a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cornlea receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Cornlea has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

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 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cornlea is $112,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Cornlea experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Cornlea has a population of 40 with a density of 444 people per square mile. The median age is 44.7 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

40
Total Population
444
People / sq mi
44.7yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 35%
Female 65%

Race & Ethnicity

Cornlea vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Cornlea vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cornlea is N/A. 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 24 minutes.

Income: Cornlea vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$25,703
Avg Weekly Wage$1,064
IRS Avg AGI$75,046

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,157
County GDP$3,864M

Business (County)

Restaurants79
Healthcare99
Retail150
Manufacturing65

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,302
51% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Cornlea is $112,500, 60% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,500
60% 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-Occupied93.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,302
51% above US avg
Effective Rate4.71%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death5,668/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access82.7%
Healthcare Facilities99

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Cornlea has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.5°F
10% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.2 inches
26% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,722 ft (525 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density444/sq mi
Coordinates41.6800°N, 97.5669°W
County FIPS31141
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.3-point margin. 8.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.7%
D 20.4%

Winner: Republican by 58.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.5%
45% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density444/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access8.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities99
Restaurants79
Retail Stores150

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

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