Garrison, NE

Nebraska

Garrison is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 43. Residents earn $71,250 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
43 Population 391/sq mi density
$71,250 Median Income $28,060 per capita
$66,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$71,250 median income, 8.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$66,300 home value
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,250
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $66,300
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.3%
81% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.1%
125% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population43
Median Age42.5 yrs
Density391/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans39.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$71,250
Per Capita$28,060
Unemployment8.1%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$584M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$66,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain30.4 in/yr
Elevation1,598 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.3%
High School+81.3%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute18 min
Broadband18.0%
Libraries4

Is Garrison a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Garrison receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Garrison offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Garrison is $71,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 8.1%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Garrison is $66,300, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Garrison experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.4 inches, including 31.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Garrison has a population of 43 with a density of 391 people per square mile. The median age is 42.5 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

43
Total Population
391
People / sq mi
42.5yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 46.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Garrison vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Garrison vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Garrison is $71,250, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Garrison vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,250
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,060
Avg Weekly Wage$1,045
IRS Avg AGI$71,729

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.1%
125% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)276
County GDP$584M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare15
Retail27
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,240
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.0 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Garrison is $66,300, 76% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$66,300
76% below 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-Occupied94.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,240
7% below US avg
Effective Rate4.89%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death5,602/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access45.8%
Healthcare Facilities15

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Garrison has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.3°F
9% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.4 inches
20% below US avg
Snowfall31.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,598 ft (487 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density391/sq mi
Coordinates41.1755°N, 97.1634°W
County FIPS31023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 59.7-point margin. 18.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.4%
D 19.8%

Winner: Republican by 59.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.3%
81% below US avg
High School+81.3%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density391/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access18.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants16
Retail Stores27

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.0 min
Work from Home0.0%

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