Duncan, NE

Nebraska

Duncan is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 650. Residents earn $58,875 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
650 Population 1,383/sq mi density
$58,875 Median Income $22,075 per capita
$150,000 Home Value $236,577 Zillow
$850 Median Rent 19.2% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$58,875 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $850/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,875
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.7%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.3%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.8%
94% lower than US avg

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

People

Population650
Median Age21.8 yrs
Density1,383/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans4.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$58,875
Per Capita$22,075
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty0.8%
County GDP$3,864M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$236,577
Housing Units221
Rent Burden19.2%

Health

Obesity39.3%
Uninsured7.9%
Smoking12.3%
Depression17.1%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI32 (Good)
Rain28.7 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation1,495 ft (456 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.7%
High School+85.9%
Graduate+3.6%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute21 min
Broadband58.7%
Libraries2

Is Duncan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Duncan receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Duncan offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Duncan is $58,875, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Duncan is $150,000, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Duncan experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.7 inches, including 25.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Duncan has a population of 650 with a density of 1,383 people per square mile. The median age is 21.8 years, 44% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.8%).

Population

650
Total Population
1,383
People / sq mi
21.8yrs
Median Age
44% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.1%
Female 42.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Duncan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.3%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.7%
80% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Duncan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Duncan is $58,875, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Duncan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,875
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,075
Avg Weekly Wage$1,064
IRS Avg AGI$75,046

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.8%
94% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,157
County GDP$3,864M

Business (County)

Restaurants79
Healthcare99
Retail150
Manufacturing65

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,302
51% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.8 min
Drive Alone68.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Duncan is $150,000, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $236,577.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,000
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$236,577

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden19.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$706
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$1,001
3 Bedrooms$1,274
4 Bedrooms$1,409

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.1%
Housing Units221
Median Year Built1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,302
51% above US avg
Effective Rate3.53%
In Duncan, 39.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.9% of residents lack health insurance. 12.3% are current smokers. 17.1% report depression. 21.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.3%
22% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma8.7%
COPD4.7%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.3%
12% below US avg
Binge Drinking23.2%
Physical Inactivity21.0%
Depression17.1%
Mental Distress14.1%
Physical Distress10.1%
Short Sleep28.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Uninsured7.9%
8% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.2%
Dental Visits67.4%
Premature Death5,668/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access82.7%
Healthcare Facilities99
Duncan has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.7 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.7 inches
25% below US avg
Snowfall25.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,495 ft (456 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density1,383/sq mi
Coordinates41.3904°N, 97.4927°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS31141
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.3-point margin. 58.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.7%
D 20.4%

Winner: Republican by 58.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.7%
56% below US avg
High School+85.9%
Graduate Degree+3.6%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density1,383/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access58.7%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities99
Restaurants79
Retail Stores150

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.8 min
Drive Alone68.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

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