Curtis, NE

Nebraska

Curtis is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 761. Residents earn $52,500 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
761 Population 634/sq mi density
$52,500 Median Income $24,982 per capita
$144,400 Home Value $146,896 Zillow
$478 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$52,500 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$144,400 home value, $478/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,500
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $144,400
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.6%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $478
59% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.9%
44% higher than US avg

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

People

Population761
Median Age30.6 yrs
Density634/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

B
Median Income$52,500
Per Capita$24,982
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty17.9%
County GDP$104M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$144,400
Rent$478
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$146,896

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.5%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain21.3 in/yr
Elevation2,586 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.6%
High School+94.2%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute24 min
Libraries2

Is Curtis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Curtis receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Curtis offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Curtis is $52,500, 30% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Curtis is $144,400, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $478 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Curtis experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.3 inches, including 28.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Curtis has a population of 761 with a density of 634 people per square mile. The median age is 30.6 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.5%), with 2% Hispanic, 2.9% Black.

Population

761
Total Population
634
People / sq mi
30.6yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.4%
Female 46.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Curtis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Curtis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Curtis is $52,500, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Curtis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,500
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,982
Avg Weekly Wage$807
IRS Avg AGI$57,503

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.9%
44% above US avg
Establishments (County)98
County GDP$104M

Business (County)

Restaurants5
Healthcare8
Retail12

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.5 min
Work from Home4.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Curtis is $144,400, 49% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $478 (59% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $146,896.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$144,400
49% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$146,896

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$478
59% 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-Occupied55.0%

Property Tax

In Curtis, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.5% report depression. 24.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma9.7%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.2%
Physical Inactivity24.7%
Depression18.5%
Mental Distress15.7%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.7%
Checkup Rate73.2%
Premature Death8,825/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access60.8%
Healthcare Facilities8

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Curtis has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.3 inches
44% below US avg
Snowfall28.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,586 ft (788 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density634/sq mi
Coordinates40.6336°N, 100.5113°W
County FIPS31063
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 72.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86%
D 13.1%

Winner: Republican by 72.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.6%
45% below US avg
High School+94.2%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density634/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities8
Restaurants5
Retail Stores12

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.5 min
Work from Home4.4%

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