Elyria, NE

Nebraska

Elyria is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 34. Residents earn $54,375 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
34 Population 126/sq mi density
$54,375 Median Income $36,868 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$54,375 median income, 0.0% unemployment
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,375
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.7%
68% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.8%
5% lower than US avg

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

People

Population34
Median Age60.0 yrs
Density126/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans32.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,375
Per Capita$36,868
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.8%
County GDP$60M
Commute28 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain25.9 in/yr
Elevation2,101 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.7%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 17%
Commute28 min
Broadband20.0%
Libraries1

Is Elyria a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elyria receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Elyria has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Elyria is $54,375, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Education

10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Elyria experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.9 inches, including 29.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Elyria has a population of 34 with a density of 126 people per square mile. The median age is 60.0 years, 54% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

34
Total Population
126
People / sq mi
60.0yrs
Median Age
54% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.8%
Female 41.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Elyria vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.3%
83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Elyria vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elyria is $54,375, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Elyria vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,375
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,868
Avg Weekly Wage$685
IRS Avg AGI$1,374

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.8%
5% below US avg
Establishments (County)20
County GDP$60M

Business (County)

Retail3

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.2 min
Drive Alone89.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.0%

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.9%

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access36.9%

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Elyria has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average48.6°F
10% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.9 inches
32% below US avg
Snowfall29.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,101 ft (640 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density126/sq mi
Coordinates41.6801°N, 99.0053°W
County FIPS31115
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.7-point margin. 20.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.7%
D 17.1%

Winner: Republican by 65.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.7%
68% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density126/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access20.0%
Public Libraries1
Retail Stores3

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.2 min
Drive Alone89.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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