Doniphan, NE

Nebraska · Metropolitan Area

Doniphan is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 910. Residents earn $77,250 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
910 Population 1,820/sq mi density
$77,250 Median Income $44,188 per capita
$203,400 Home Value $342,635 Zillow
$775 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$77,250 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$203,400 home value, $775/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,250
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $203,400
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.6%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $775
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.1%
67% lower than US avg

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

People

Population910
Median Age44.2 yrs
Density1,820/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A+
Median Income$77,250
Per Capita$44,188
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty4.1%
County GDP$5,285M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$203,400
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$342,635

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.1%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain27.8 in/yr
Elevation1,944 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.6%
High School+96.6%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute16 min
Libraries2

Is Doniphan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Doniphan receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Doniphan offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Doniphan is $77,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Doniphan is $203,400, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Doniphan experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.8 inches, including 28.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Doniphan has a population of 910 with a density of 1,820 people per square mile. The median age is 44.2 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.9%).

Population

910
Total Population
1,820
People / sq mi
44.2yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.9%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Doniphan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Doniphan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Doniphan is $77,250, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Doniphan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,250
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,188
Avg Weekly Wage$1,044
IRS Avg AGI$69,081

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.1%
67% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,982
County GDP$5,285M

Business (County)

Restaurants166
Healthcare216
Retail295
Manufacturing62

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,516
58% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.3 min
Work from Home0.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Doniphan is $203,400, 28% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $342,635.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$203,400
28% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$342,635

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$147
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio104.3%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$775
33% 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-Occupied78.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,516
58% above US avg
Effective Rate2.71%
In Doniphan, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.1% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.3%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.1%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression19.1%
Mental Distress15.5%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.6%
Checkup Rate72.7%
Premature Death7,360/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access88.8%
Healthcare Facilities216

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Doniphan has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.8 inches
27% below US avg
Snowfall28.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,944 ft (593 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density1,820/sq mi
Coordinates40.7743°N, 98.3713°W
County FIPS31079
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.3%
D 30.5%

Winner: Republican by 37.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.6%
57% below US avg
High School+96.6%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,820/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities216
Restaurants166
Retail Stores295

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.3 min
Work from Home0.4%

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