Crab Orchard, NE

Nebraska

Crab Orchard is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 23. Residents earn $43,750 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
23 Population 144/sq mi density
$43,750 Median Income $26,965 per capita
$40,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$43,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$40,000 home value
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,750
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $40,000
86% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.0%
5% higher than US avg

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

People

Population23
Median Age38.9 yrs
Density144/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans23.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$43,750
Per Capita$26,965
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty13.0%
County GDP$253M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$40,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain33.0 in/yr
Elevation1,283 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.1%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute17 min
Broadband11.0%
Libraries2

Is Crab Orchard a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Crab Orchard receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Crab Orchard stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Crab Orchard is $43,750, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 13.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Crab Orchard is $40,000, 86% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.1% 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

Crab Orchard experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.0 inches, including 21.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Crab Orchard has a population of 23 with a density of 144 people per square mile. The median age is 38.9 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

23
Total Population
144
People / sq mi
38.9yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.1%
Female 60.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Crab Orchard vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Crab Orchard vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Crab Orchard is $43,750, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Crab Orchard vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,750
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,965
Avg Weekly Wage$1,043
IRS Avg AGI$60,430

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.0%
5% above US avg
Establishments (County)131
County GDP$253M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare8
Retail21
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,650
24% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.3 min
Drive Alone33.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home66.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Crab Orchard is $40,000, 86% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$40,000
86% 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-Occupied72.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,650
24% below US avg
Effective Rate6.63%

Health Metrics: Crab Orchard vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.6%
Premature Death7,995/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access57.1%
Healthcare Facilities8

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Crab Orchard has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.0 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall21.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,283 ft (391 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density144/sq mi
Coordinates40.3347°N, 96.4224°W
County FIPS31097
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 42.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.5-point margin. 11.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.5%
D 29%

Winner: Republican by 40.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.1%
25% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.81
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density144/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access11.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities8
Restaurants8
Retail Stores21

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.3 min
Drive Alone33.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home66.7%

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