Ericson, NE

Nebraska

Ericson is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 114. Residents earn $53,333 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
114 Population 300/sq mi density
$53,333 Median Income $54,708 per capita
$112,500 Home Value $231,382 Zillow
$485 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$53,333 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$112,500 home value, $485/mo rent
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
41.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,333
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $112,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 41.7%
24% higher than US avg
Median Rent $485
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population114
Median Age60.9 yrs
Density300/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans76.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$53,333
Per Capita$54,708
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$97M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$112,500
Rent$485
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$231,382

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.7%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain26.6 in/yr
Elevation2,028 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+41.7%
High School+94.2%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 12%
Commute22 min
Broadband43.0%

Is Ericson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ericson receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Ericson stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ericson is $53,333, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ericson is $112,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $485 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Ericson experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Ericson has a population of 114 with a density of 300 people per square mile. The median age is 60.9 years, 57% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.6%).

Population

114
Total Population
300
People / sq mi
60.9yrs
Median Age
57% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.6%
Female 54.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Ericson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ericson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ericson is $53,333, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Ericson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,333
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$54,708
Avg Weekly Wage$802
IRS Avg AGI$49,389

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)40
County GDP$97M

Business (County)

Restaurants4

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.5 min
Work from Home4.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Ericson is $112,500, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $485 (58% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $231,382.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,500
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$231,382

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$485
58% 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-Occupied72.2%

Property Tax

In Ericson, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.7% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression18.7%
Mental Distress14.8%
Physical Distress10.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.9%
Checkup Rate74.2%

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.2/10
Exercise Access8.3%

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Ericson has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.8°F
11% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.6 inches
30% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,028 ft (618 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density300/sq mi
Coordinates41.7804°N, 98.6786°W
County FIPS31183
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 41.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 75.5-point margin. 43.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87.2%
D 11.7%

Winner: Republican by 75.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+41.7%
24% above US avg
High School+94.2%
School Test Score5.81
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density300/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access43.0%
Restaurants4

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.5 min
Work from Home4.4%

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