Funk, NE

Nebraska

Funk is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 212. Residents earn $79,000 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
212 Population 815/sq mi density
$79,000 Median Income $31,045 per capita
$160,200 Home Value $278,849 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$79,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$160,200 home value
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,000
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $160,200
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.7%
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population212
Median Age32.6 yrs
Density815/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

A+
Median Income$79,000
Per Capita$31,045
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,031M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$160,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$278,849

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.6%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain27.6 in/yr
Elevation2,245 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.7%
High School+91.3%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute17 min
Broadband61.0%
Libraries1

Is Funk a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Funk receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Funk stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Funk is $79,000, roughly in line with 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 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Funk is $160,200, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Funk experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.6 inches, including 25.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Funk has a population of 212 with a density of 815 people per square mile. The median age is 32.6 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.6%), with 2.8% Hispanic.

Population

212
Total Population
815
People / sq mi
32.6yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Funk vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Funk vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Funk is $79,000, which is 5% above 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 17 minutes.

Income: Funk vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,000
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,045
Avg Weekly Wage$1,110
IRS Avg AGI$83,764

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)421
County GDP$1,031M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare31
Retail48
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,685
34% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.4 min
Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Funk is $160,200, 43% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $278,849.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$160,200
43% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$278,849

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-Occupied93.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,685
34% above US avg
Effective Rate2.92%
In Funk, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.6% report depression. 22.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure28.3%
Asthma9.6%
COPD5.1%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.1%
Physical Inactivity22.2%
Depression19.6%
Mental Distress15.3%
Physical Distress10.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.3%
Checkup Rate73.3%
Premature Death6,340/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access75.0%
Healthcare Facilities31

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Funk has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.9°F
8% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.6 inches
27% below US avg
Snowfall25.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,245 ft (684 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density815/sq mi
Coordinates40.4631°N, 99.2508°W
County FIPS31137
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 15.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.5-point margin. 61.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.8%
D 15.3%

Winner: Republican by 68.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.7%
53% below US avg
High School+91.3%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density815/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access61.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities31
Restaurants25
Retail Stores48

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.4 min
Work from Home3.4%

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