Cushing, NE

Nebraska · Metropolitan Area

Cushing is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 96. Residents earn $95,924 per year, which is 28% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
96 Population 310/sq mi density
$95,924 Median Income $34,046 per capita
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$95,924 median income, 21.8% unemployment
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $95,924
28% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 21.8%
506% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population96
Median Age37.4 yrs
Density310/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans74.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$95,924
Per Capita$34,046
Unemployment21.8%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$288M
Commute28 min

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI32 (Good)
Rain27.3 in/yr
Elevation1,790 ft (546 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+98.5%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute28 min
Broadband39.0%
Libraries1

Is Cushing a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cushing receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Cushing stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cushing is $95,924, 28% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 21.8%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Cushing experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.3 inches, including 22.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Cushing has a population of 96 with a density of 310 people per square mile. The median age is 37.4 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.8%).

Population

96
Total Population
310
People / sq mi
37.4yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.7%
Female 58.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Cushing vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cushing vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cushing is $95,924, which is 28% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 21.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Cushing vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$95,924
28% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,046
Avg Weekly Wage$832
IRS Avg AGI$66,708

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment21.8%
506% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)214
County GDP$288M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare10
Retail25
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,950
13% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.5 min
Drive Alone96.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Cushing has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.3 inches
28% below US avg
Snowfall22.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,790 ft (546 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density310/sq mi
Coordinates41.2948°N, 98.3693°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS31093
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.7-point margin. 39.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.8%
D 18.1%

Winner: Republican by 62.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+98.5%
School Test Score5.81
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density310/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access39.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants10
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.5 min
Drive Alone96.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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