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Cortland, NE
Full City Profile · Nebraska · Gage County County
Cortland, NE
At a Glance
How Cortland Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Cortland's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Cortland a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Cortland residents earn a median household income of $68,250 , which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,968. The unemployment rate stands at 0.7% (81% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 744 business establishments, including 47 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Cortland is $173,400 , 38% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $301,451. Median rent is $950/month, with 32.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1975.
Safety & Crime
Cortland reports 1,075 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 183% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,349/100K.
Education
13.6% of adults in Cortland hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below the national average). 86.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Cortland has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 31.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.