David City, NE

Nebraska

David City is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 3,013. Residents earn $66,585 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
3,013 Population 719/sq mi density
$66,585 Median Income $40,399 per capita
$158,800 Home Value $203,998 Zillow
$725 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$66,585 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$158,800 home value, $725/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
34.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,585
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $158,800
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.3%
2% higher than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.7%
86% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,013
Median Age36.9 yrs
Density719/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,585
Per Capita$40,399
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.7%
County GDP$584M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$158,800
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$203,998

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.6%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain30.4 in/yr
Elevation1,619 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.3%
High School+91.7%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute19 min
Libraries4

Is David City a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in David City is $66,585, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in David City is $158,800, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

David City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.4 inches, including 31.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

David City has a population of 3,013 with a density of 719 people per square mile. The median age is 36.9 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.1%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

3,013
Total Population
719
People / sq mi
36.9yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
4.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

David City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.2%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.8%
34% below US avg

Social Characteristics

David City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in David City is $66,585, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: David City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,585
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,399
Avg Weekly Wage$1,045
IRS Avg AGI$71,729

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.7%
86% below US avg
Establishments (County)276
County GDP$584M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare15
Retail27
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,240
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.3 min
Work from Home6.8%

Walkability

The median home value in David City is $158,800, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $203,998.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$158,800
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$203,998

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% 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-Occupied69.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,240
7% below US avg
Effective Rate2.04%
In David City, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.6% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: David City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.9%
Physical Inactivity26.5%
Depression17.6%
Mental Distress15.1%
Physical Distress11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.4%
Checkup Rate72.9%
Premature Death5,602/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access45.8%
Healthcare Facilities15

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

David City has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.3°F
9% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.4 inches
20% below US avg
Snowfall31.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,619 ft (493 m)
Area4.2 sq mi (10.9 km²)
Population Density719/sq mi
Coordinates41.2533°N, 97.1264°W
County FIPS31023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 34.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 59.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.4%
D 19.8%

Winner: Republican by 59.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.3%
2% above US avg
High School+91.7%
School Test Score5.81
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density719/sq mi
Total Area4.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants16
Retail Stores27

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.3 min
Work from Home6.8%

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