Crofton, NE

Nebraska

Crofton is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 920. Residents earn $80,000 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
920 Population 1,438/sq mi density
$80,000 Median Income $29,485 per capita
$119,000 Home Value $282,694 Zillow
$456 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$80,000 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$119,000 home value, $456/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,000
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $119,000
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.2%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $456
61% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.4%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.0%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population920
Median Age32.3 yrs
Density1,438/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A+
Median Income$80,000
Per Capita$29,485
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$562M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$119,000
Rent$456
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$282,694

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.7%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain29.3 in/yr
Elevation1,439 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.2%
High School+96.7%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 14%
Commute16 min
Libraries3

Is Crofton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Crofton receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Crofton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Crofton is $80,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Crofton is $119,000, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $456 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Crofton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.3 inches, including 38.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Crofton has a population of 920 with a density of 1,438 people per square mile. The median age is 32.3 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.4%), with 6.2% Hispanic.

Population

920
Total Population
1,438
People / sq mi
32.3yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Crofton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Crofton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Crofton is $80,000, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Crofton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,000
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$29,485
Avg Weekly Wage$857
IRS Avg AGI$77,007

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.0%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)342
County GDP$562M

Business (County)

Restaurants17
Healthcare18
Retail52
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,860
18% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.7 min
Work from Home9.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Crofton is $119,000, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $456 (61% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $282,694.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$119,000
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$282,694

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$456
61% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$706
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$1,001
3 Bedrooms$1,274
4 Bedrooms$1,409

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,860
18% below US avg
Effective Rate2.40%
In Crofton, 41.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.7% report depression. 28.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.4%
29% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma10.0%
COPD7.5%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity28.4%
Depression19.7%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress13.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Checkup Rate73.4%
Premature Death5,345/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access53.9%
Healthcare Facilities18

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Crofton has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.3 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall38.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,439 ft (439 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density1,438/sq mi
Coordinates42.7316°N, 97.4986°W
County FIPS31027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 15.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.3%
D 14.3%

Winner: Republican by 70 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.2%
55% below US avg
High School+96.7%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,438/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants17
Retail Stores52

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.7 min
Work from Home9.2%

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