Elsie, NE

Nebraska

Elsie is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 133. Residents earn $42,500 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
133 Population 782/sq mi density
$42,500 Median Income $32,389 per capita
$70,000 Home Value $223,633 Zillow
$625 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$42,500 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$70,000 home value, $625/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,500
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $70,000
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.0%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $625
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.4%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population133
Median Age44.8 yrs
Density782/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B+
Median Income$42,500
Per Capita$32,389
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty10.0%
County GDP$407M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$70,000
Rent$625
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$223,633

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.7%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain21.4 in/yr
Elevation3,386 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.0%
High School+89.3%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute16 min
Broadband67.0%
Libraries1

Is Elsie a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elsie receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Elsie offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Elsie is $42,500, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average 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 Elsie is $70,000, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $625 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

19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Elsie experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.4 inches, including 22.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Elsie has a population of 133 with a density of 782 people per square mile. The median age is 44.8 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97%).

Population

133
Total Population
782
People / sq mi
44.8yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.4%
Female 55.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Elsie vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Elsie vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elsie is $42,500, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Elsie vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,500
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,389
Avg Weekly Wage$1,041
IRS Avg AGI$77,374

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)152
County GDP$407M

Business (County)

Restaurants5
Healthcare7
Retail16
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,850
19% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.3 min
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Elsie is $70,000, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $625 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $223,633.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$70,000
75% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$223,633

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$625
46% 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-Occupied82.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,850
19% below US avg
Effective Rate4.07%
In Elsie, 40.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.7% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.4%
26% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.5%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression18.7%
Mental Distress15.2%
Physical Distress11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Checkup Rate72.8%
Premature Death7,524/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access53.9%
Healthcare Facilities7

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Elsie has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.3°F
9% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.4 inches
44% below US avg
Snowfall22.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,386 ft (1,032 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density782/sq mi
Coordinates40.8472°N, 101.3892°W
County FIPS31135
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 72.7-point margin. 67.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.8%
D 13.1%

Winner: Republican by 72.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.0%
44% below US avg
High School+89.3%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density782/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access67.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities7
Restaurants5
Retail Stores16

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.3 min
Work from Home4.3%

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