Edgar, NE

Nebraska

Edgar is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 591. Residents earn $50,938 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
591 Population 748/sq mi density
$50,938 Median Income $24,883 per capita
$83,400 Home Value $141,603 Zillow
$571 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$50,938 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$83,400 home value, $571/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,938
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $83,400
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.9%
29% lower than US avg
Median Rent $571
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.0%
5% higher than US avg

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

People

Population591
Median Age37.9 yrs
Density748/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,938
Per Capita$24,883
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty13.0%
County GDP$560M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$83,400
Rent$571
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$141,603

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.0%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain31.1 in/yr
Elevation1,729 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.9%
High School+95.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute27 min
Libraries5

Is Edgar a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Edgar is $50,938, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. 13.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Edgar is $83,400, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $571 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Edgar experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.1 inches, including 23.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Edgar has a population of 591 with a density of 748 people per square mile. The median age is 37.9 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.1%).

Population

591
Total Population
748
People / sq mi
37.9yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Edgar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Edgar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Edgar is $50,938, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Edgar vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,938
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,883
Avg Weekly Wage$1,022
IRS Avg AGI$81,693

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.0%
5% above US avg
Establishments (County)280
County GDP$560M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare18
Retail30
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,867
18% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.0 min
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Edgar is $83,400, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $571 (51% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $141,603.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$83,400
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$141,603

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$571
51% 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-Occupied71.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,867
18% below US avg
Effective Rate3.44%
In Edgar, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.0% report depression. 27.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.1%
28% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma9.7%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.3%
Physical Inactivity27.0%
Depression19.0%
Mental Distress16.0%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.4%
Checkup Rate73.1%
Premature Death5,978/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access65.9%
Healthcare Facilities18

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Edgar has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.1 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall23.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,729 ft (527 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density748/sq mi
Coordinates40.3683°N, 97.9710°W
County FIPS31059
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 23.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.8%
D 22%

Winner: Republican by 54.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.9%
29% below US avg
High School+95.0%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density748/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants8
Retail Stores30

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.0 min
Work from Home4.1%

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