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Crookston, NE

Nebraska · Todd County

Crookston is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 46.

1.6 /5.0
D Poor
46 Population 105/sq mi density
$47,000 Home Value
46°F Avg Temperature 291 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.6 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $47,000
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.1%
79% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population46
Median Age60.5 yrs
Density105/mi²
Male / Female37% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 50%
Veterans42.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$18,085
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$313M

Housing

Home Value$47,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units32
Rent Burden21.3%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI32 (Good)
Rain22.6 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation2,674 ft (815 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.1%
High School+69.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 23% / D 74%
CommuteN/A
Broadband36.0%
Libraries1

Is Crookston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Crookston receives an overall livability score of 1.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Crookston faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Crookston is $47,000, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Crookston experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 291 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.6 inches, including 38.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Crookston has a population of 46 with a density of 105 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age is 60.5 years, 56% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 63% female and 37% male. The city is predominantly White (50%), with 17.4% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 42.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 4.2% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 91.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

46
Total Population
105
People / sq mi
60.5yrs
Median Age
56% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37%
Female 63%

Race & Ethnicity

Crookston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Crookston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Crookston is N/A. Per capita income is $18,085 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $949, 34% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 108 business establishments. The cost of living index is 90.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Crookston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$18,085
Avg Weekly Wage$949
IRS Avg AGI$39,367

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)108
County GDP$313M

Business (County)

Healthcare7
Retail13

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone65.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Crookston is $47,000, 83% below the national median of $281,900. Fair market rent ranges from $791 for a one-bedroom to $1,001 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 32 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1981. 21.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$47,000
83% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden21.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.3%
Renter-Occupied16.7%
Housing Units32
Median Year Built1981

Property Tax

Crookston experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 291 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 22.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 38.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32. The city sits at an elevation of 2,674 feet.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.1°F
15% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.6 inches
40% below US avg
Snowfall38.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,674 ft (815 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density105/sq mi
Coordinates42.9263°N, 100.7534°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyTodd County County
County FIPS46121

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 22°F (-5°C) 0.3 in Coldest, Driest
February 27°F (-3°C) 0.4 in
March 35°F (2°C) 1.1 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.0 in
May 58°F (14°C) 3.3 in Wettest
June 68°F (20°C) 3.1 in
July 72°F (22°C) 3.3 in
August 72°F (22°C) 2.1 in Warmest
September 62°F (17°C) 1.6 in
October 49°F (10°C) 1.1 in
November 34°F (1°C) 0.7 in
December 24°F (-4°C) 0.4 in

Crookston has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F — from 22°F in January to 72°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 19.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.3") and January the driest (0.3").

Crookston is located in Todd County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, a rural community. 7.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 79% below the national average of 33.7%. 69.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.8 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 73.9% of the vote, a 50.5-point margin. 36.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 7 healthcare facilities operate in the area.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 23.4%
D 73.9%

Winner: Democrat by 50.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.1%
79% below US avg
High School+69.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density105/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi
CountyTodd County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access36.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities7
Retail Stores13

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone65.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Crookston

What is the population of Crookston?

Crookston has a population of 46 residents and is located in Nebraska. The population density is 105 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 60.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 63% female and 37% male.

Is Crookston expensive to live in?

Crookston is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.1 — below the baseline of 100. The median home value is $47,000 (83% below the U.S. median).

What is the weather like in Crookston?

Crookston has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.6 inches, with 38.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 32.

How is the job market in Crookston?

The job market in Crookston is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.4% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $949. There are 108 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Crookston?

The median home value in Crookston is $47,000.

How are the schools in Crookston?

Schools in Crookston score 5.8 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 7.1% of adults in Crookston hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What are the demographics of Crookston?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Crookston is 50% White, 17.4% Hispanic or Latino. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 42.0% of the population are military veterans. 4.2% of residents have a disability. 91.7% have health insurance coverage.

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