Edison, NE

Nebraska

Edison is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 167. Residents earn $60,476 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
167 Population 439/sq mi density
$60,476 Median Income $24,015 per capita
$35,600 Home Value
$700 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$60,476 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$35,600 home value, $700/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,476
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $35,600
87% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.7%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $700
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.8%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population167
Median Age60.5 yrs
Density439/mi²
Male / Female46% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A
Median Income$60,476
Per Capita$24,015
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$300M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$35,600
Rent$700
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity44.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.4%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain24.8 in/yr
Elevation2,117 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.7%
High School+89.1%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 15%
Commute15 min
Broadband74.0%
Libraries4

Is Edison a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Edison receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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. Edison offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Edison is $60,476, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Edison is $35,600, 87% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $700 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Edison experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Edison has a population of 167 with a density of 439 people per square mile. The median age is 60.5 years, 56% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.8%), with 4.2% Hispanic.

Population

167
Total Population
439
People / sq mi
60.5yrs
Median Age
56% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.5%
Female 54.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Edison vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Edison vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Edison is $60,476, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Edison vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,476
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,015
Avg Weekly Wage$922
IRS Avg AGI$58,627

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)212
County GDP$300M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare21
Retail24
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,575
26% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.4 min
Work from Home9.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Edison is $35,600, 87% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $700 (40% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$35,600
87% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$700
40% 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-Occupied85.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,575
26% below US avg
Effective Rate7.23%
In Edison, 44.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.4% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.8%
40% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma9.5%
COPD6.7%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.7%
Physical Inactivity25.9%
Depression18.4%
Mental Distress15.8%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Checkup Rate72.5%
Premature Death8,966/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access64.9%
Healthcare Facilities21

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Edison has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.8 inches
35% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,117 ft (645 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density439/sq mi
Coordinates40.2792°N, 99.7758°W
County FIPS31065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 69.8-point margin. 74.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.7%
D 14.8%

Winner: Republican by 69.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.7%
86% below US avg
High School+89.1%
School Test Score5.81
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density439/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants8
Retail Stores24

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.4 min
Work from Home9.4%

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