Davey, NE

Nebraska · Metropolitan Area

Davey is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 124. Residents earn $95,938 per year, which is 28% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
124 Population 775/sq mi density
$95,938 Median Income $49,192 per capita
$221,900 Home Value $451,213 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$95,938 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$221,900 home value
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $95,938
28% higher than US avg
Home Value $221,900
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.7%
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.9%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population124
Median Age49.0 yrs
Density775/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

A+
Median Income$95,938
Per Capita$49,192
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$28,815M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$221,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$451,213

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.5%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain31.0 in/yr
Elevation1,296 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.7%
High School+98.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 51%
Commute23 min
Broadband67.0%
Libraries9

Is Davey a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Davey is $95,938, 28% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Davey is $221,900, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Davey experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.0 inches, including 32.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Davey has a population of 124 with a density of 775 people per square mile. The median age is 49.0 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.6%).

Population

124
Total Population
775
People / sq mi
49.0yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.9%
Female 41.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Davey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Davey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Davey is $95,938, which is 28% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Davey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$95,938
28% above US avg
Per Capita Income$49,192
Avg Weekly Wage$1,141
IRS Avg AGI$85,036

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,853
County GDP$28,815M

Business (County)

Restaurants794
Healthcare1,148
Retail989
Manufacturing246

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,896
97% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.5 min
Work from Home10.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Davey is $221,900, 21% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $451,213.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$221,900
21% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$451,213

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-Occupied91.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,896
97% above US avg
Effective Rate3.11%
In Davey, 32.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.5% report depression. 15.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.9%
2% above US avg
Diabetes7.7%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure27.5%
Asthma8.1%
COPD4.0%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.7%
Physical Inactivity15.9%
Depression18.5%
Mental Distress12.9%
Physical Distress8.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate74.1%
Premature Death6,252/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access95.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,148

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Safety Score

Davey has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.0 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall32.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,296 ft (395 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density775/sq mi
Coordinates40.9838°N, 96.6692°W
County FIPS31109
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 26.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 4.3-point margin. 67.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.1%
D 51.4%

Winner: Democrat by 4.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.7%
21% below US avg
High School+98.0%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density775/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access67.0%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities1,148
Restaurants794
Retail Stores989

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.5 min
Work from Home10.5%

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