Douglas, NE

Nebraska

Douglas is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 261. Residents earn $82,500 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
261 Population 1,186/sq mi density
$82,500 Median Income $31,151 per capita
$111,700 Home Value $252,500 Zillow
$725 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$82,500 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$111,700 home value, $725/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,500
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $111,700
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.1%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.0%
84% lower than US avg

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

People

Population261
Median Age34.1 yrs
Density1,186/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A+
Median Income$82,500
Per Capita$31,151
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty2.0%
County GDP$1,791M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$111,700
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$252,500

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.3%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain32.2 in/yr
Elevation1,249 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.1%
High School+81.0%
School Score5.65

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute30 min
Broadband90.0%
Libraries4

Is Douglas a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Douglas 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. Douglas offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Douglas is $82,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Douglas is $111,700, 60% 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 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Douglas experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.2 inches, including 25.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Douglas has a population of 261 with a density of 1,186 people per square mile. The median age is 34.1 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95%), with 4.2% Hispanic.

Population

261
Total Population
1,186
People / sq mi
34.1yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Douglas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Douglas vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Douglas is $82,500, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Douglas vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,500
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,151
Avg Weekly Wage$1,020
IRS Avg AGI$77,878

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.0%
84% below US avg
Establishments (County)508
County GDP$1,791M

Business (County)

Restaurants42
Healthcare39
Retail70
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,100
46% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.3 min
Work from Home9.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Douglas is $111,700, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $252,500.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$111,700
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$252,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,090
1 Bedroom$1,148
2 Bedrooms$1,368
3 Bedrooms$1,813
4 Bedrooms$2,046

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,100
46% above US avg
Effective Rate4.57%
In Douglas, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.3% report depression. 22.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.9%
Physical Inactivity22.6%
Depression19.3%
Mental Distress15.0%
Physical Distress10.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.5%
Checkup Rate74.5%
Premature Death7,091/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access71.3%
Healthcare Facilities39

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Douglas has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.2 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall25.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood
Good Days %63.7%
Unhealthy Days1

Geography

Elevation1,249 ft (381 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,186/sq mi
Coordinates40.5932°N, 96.3882°W
County FIPS31131
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38.9-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.9%
D 30%

Winner: Republican by 38.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.1%
64% below US avg
High School+81.0%
School Test Score5.65
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,186/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities39
Restaurants42
Retail Stores70

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.3 min
Work from Home9.4%

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