Cozad, NE
Full City Profile · Nebraska · Dawson County County
Cozad, NE
At a Glance
How Cozad Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Cozad's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Cozad a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Cozad residents earn a median household income of $50,161 , which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $66,696. The unemployment rate stands at 1.1% (69% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 763 business establishments, including 67 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Cozad is $118,600 , 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $180,792. Median rent is $820/month, with 33.2% 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 1966.
Safety & Crime
Cozad reports 102 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 73% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 306/100K.
Education
14.8% of adults in Cozad hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below the national average). 86.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Cozad has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.1 inches.