Exeter, NE

Nebraska

Exeter is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 505. Residents earn $63,000 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
505 Population 802/sq mi density
$63,000 Median Income $40,763 per capita
$106,800 Home Value $162,469 Zillow
$954 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$63,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$106,800 home value, $954/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,000
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $106,800
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.8%
18% lower than US avg
Median Rent $954
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.8%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.9%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population505
Median Age56.9 yrs
Density802/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

A
Median Income$63,000
Per Capita$40,763
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.9%
County GDP$560M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$106,800
Rent$954
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$162,469

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.2%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain29.0 in/yr
Elevation1,607 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.8%
High School+86.7%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute19 min
Libraries5

Is Exeter a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Exeter receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Exeter stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Exeter is $63,000, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Exeter is $106,800, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $954 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Exeter experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.0 inches, including 23.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Exeter has a population of 505 with a density of 802 people per square mile. The median age is 56.9 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.2%), with 1.8% Hispanic.

Population

505
Total Population
802
People / sq mi
56.9yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.2%
Female 44.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Exeter vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Exeter vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Exeter is $63,000, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Exeter vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,000
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,763
Avg Weekly Wage$1,022
IRS Avg AGI$81,693

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.9%
69% below 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 Rate2.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.1 min
Work from Home3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Exeter is $106,800, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $954 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $162,469.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$106,800
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$162,469

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$954
18% 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-Occupied78.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,867
18% below US avg
Effective Rate2.68%
In Exeter, 42.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.2% report depression. 27.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.8%
33% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma9.5%
COPD6.1%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.9%
Physical Inactivity27.5%
Depression18.2%
Mental Distress15.5%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.7%
Checkup Rate73.5%
Premature Death5,978/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Exeter has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.7°F
8% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.0 inches
24% below US avg
Snowfall23.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,607 ft (490 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density802/sq mi
Coordinates40.6445°N, 97.4488°W
County FIPS31059
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 27.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% 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+27.8%
18% below US avg
High School+86.7%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density802/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants8
Retail Stores30

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.1 min
Work from Home3.6%

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