Fontanelle, NE

Nebraska · Metropolitan Area

Fontanelle is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 61.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
61 Population 244/sq mi density
$350,000 Home Value
50°F Avg Temperature 282 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $350,000
24% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 45.5%
35% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.3%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.8%
21% lower than US avg

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

People

Population61
Median Age64.3 yrs
Density244/mi²
Male / Female69% / 31%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans44.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$18,102
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.8%
County GDP$1,898M
Commute20 min

Housing

Home Value$350,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units19

Health

Obesity32.3%
Uninsured5.6%
Smoking10.0%
Depression16.4%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI32 (Good)
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation1,343 ft (409 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.5%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute20 min
Broadband19.0%
Libraries2

Is Fontanelle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fontanelle receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Fontanelle stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fontanelle is $350,000, 24% above the national median.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Fontanelle experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Fontanelle has a population of 61 with a density of 244 people per square mile. The median age is 64.3 years, 65% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

61
Total Population
244
People / sq mi
64.3yrs
Median Age
65% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 68.9%
Female 31.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Fontanelle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Fontanelle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fontanelle is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Fontanelle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$18,102
Avg Weekly Wage$1,187
IRS Avg AGI$103,197

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.8%
21% below US avg
Establishments (County)685
County GDP$1,898M

Business (County)

Restaurants48
Healthcare37
Retail65
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,947
98% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.5 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fontanelle is $350,000, 24% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$350,000
24% above US avg

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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units19
Median Year Built1948

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,947
98% above US avg
Effective Rate1.98%
In Fontanelle, 32.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.6% of residents lack health insurance. 10.0% are current smokers. 16.4% report depression. 19.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.3%
1% above US avg
Diabetes7.2%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure23.6%
Asthma8.3%
COPD4.6%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.0%
29% below US avg
Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity19.2%
Depression16.4%
Mental Distress12.9%
Physical Distress9.2%
Short Sleep24.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.7%
Uninsured5.6%
35% below US avg
Checkup Rate60.0%
Dental Visits47.3%
Premature Death4,802/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access45.4%
Healthcare Facilities37
Fontanelle has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area enjoys 282 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.2°F
7% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,343 ft (409 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density244/sq mi
Coordinates41.5383°N, 96.4272°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS31177
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 45.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.4-point margin. 19.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.6%
D 28.2%

Winner: Republican by 42.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+45.5%
35% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.81
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density244/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access19.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants48
Retail Stores65

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.5 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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