Cotesfield, NE

Nebraska · Metropolitan Area

Cotesfield is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 24. Residents earn $31,250 per year, which is 58% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
24 Population 46/sq mi density
$31,250 Median Income $66,533 per capita
$45,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$31,250 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$45,000 home value
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,250
58% lower than US avg
Home Value $45,000
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.7%
33% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

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

People

Population24
Median Age67.8 yrs
Density46/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans23.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$31,250
Per Capita$66,533
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$288M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$45,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain26.0 in/yr
Elevation1,901 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.7%
High School+77.3%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute32 min
Broadband16.0%
Libraries1

Is Cotesfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cotesfield receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Cotesfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cotesfield is $31,250, 58% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cotesfield is $45,000, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Cotesfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.0 inches, including 30.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Cotesfield has a population of 24 with a density of 46 people per square mile. The median age is 67.8 years, 74% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

24
Total Population
46
People / sq mi
67.8yrs
Median Age
74% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.3%
Female 41.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Cotesfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.7%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.3%
23% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cotesfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cotesfield is $31,250, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Cotesfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,250
58% below US avg
Per Capita Income$66,533
Avg Weekly Wage$832
IRS Avg AGI$66,708

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below US avg
Establishments (County)214
County GDP$288M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare10
Retail25
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,950
13% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate8.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Cotesfield is $45,000, 84% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$45,000
84% 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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,950
13% above US avg
Effective Rate8.78%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death5,022/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access53.7%
Healthcare Facilities10

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Cotesfield has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.2°F
11% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.0 inches
32% below US avg
Snowfall30.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,901 ft (579 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density46/sq mi
Coordinates41.3576°N, 98.6336°W
County FIPS31093
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.7-point margin. 16.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.8%
D 18.1%

Winner: Republican by 62.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.7%
33% below US avg
High School+77.3%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density46/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access16.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants10
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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