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Filley, NE

Nebraska

Filley is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 92. Residents earn $49,821 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
92 Population 836/sq mi density
$49,821 Median Income $61,775 per capita
$98,800 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$49,821 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$98,800 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,821
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $98,800
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.3%
84% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population92
Median Age57.5 yrs
Density836/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans78.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$49,821
Per Capita$61,775
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$1,583M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$98,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units56
Rent Burden27.7%

Health

Obesity37.8%
Uninsured6.8%
Smoking12.4%
Depression18.3%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI32 (Good)
Rain31.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,406 ft (429 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.3%
High School+84.2%
Graduate+1.3%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute28 min
Broadband49.0%
Libraries2

Is Filley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Filley receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Filley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Filley is $49,821, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Filley is $98,800, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Filley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.3 inches, including 18.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Filley has a population of 92 with a density of 836 people per square mile. The median age is 57.5 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

92
Total Population
836
People / sq mi
57.5yrs
Median Age
48% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Filley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.7%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.3%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Filley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Filley is $49,821, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Filley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,821
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$61,775
Avg Weekly Wage$941
IRS Avg AGI$69,767

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% below US avg
Establishments (County)744
County GDP$1,583M

Business (County)

Restaurants47
Healthcare56
Retail99
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,931
41% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.9 min
Drive Alone68.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Filley is $98,800, 65% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$98,800
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units56
Median Year Built1953

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,931
41% above US avg
Effective Rate4.99%
In Filley, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.8% of residents lack health insurance. 12.4% are current smokers. 18.3% report depression. 20.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes7.9%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma9.1%
COPD4.7%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.4%
11% below US avg
Binge Drinking25.9%
Physical Inactivity20.7%
Depression18.3%
Mental Distress14.6%
Physical Distress10.2%
Short Sleep28.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.3%
Uninsured6.8%
21% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits67.2%
Premature Death7,954/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access65.2%
Healthcare Facilities56
Filley has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.3 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall18.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,406 ft (429 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density836/sq mi
Coordinates40.2852°N, 96.5339°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS31067
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 5.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.2-point margin. 49.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.9%
D 29.7%

Winner: Republican by 39.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.3%
84% below US avg
High School+84.2%
Graduate Degree+1.3%
School Test Score5.81
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density836/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access49.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants47
Retail Stores99

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.9 min
Drive Alone68.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.5%

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