Genoa, NE

Nebraska

Genoa is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 788. Residents earn $62,604 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
788 Population 997/sq mi density
$62,604 Median Income $33,837 per capita
$114,400 Home Value $215,334 Zillow
$794 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$62,604 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$114,400 home value, $794/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,604
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $114,400
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.4%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $794
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.6%
87% lower than US avg

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

People

Population788
Median Age39.2 yrs
Density997/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A
Median Income$62,604
Per Capita$33,837
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty1.6%
County GDP$216M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$114,400
Rent$794
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$215,334

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.1%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain27.7 in/yr
Elevation1,573 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.4%
High School+93.2%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute25 min
Libraries2

Is Genoa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Genoa receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Genoa offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Genoa is $62,604, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Genoa is $114,400, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $794 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Genoa experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.7 inches, including 28.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Genoa has a population of 788 with a density of 997 people per square mile. The median age is 39.2 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.3%).

Population

788
Total Population
997
People / sq mi
39.2yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Genoa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Genoa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Genoa is $62,604, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Genoa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,604
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,837
Avg Weekly Wage$848
IRS Avg AGI$61,061

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.6%
87% below US avg
Establishments (County)112
County GDP$216M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare11
Retail18

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.6 min
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Genoa is $114,400, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $794 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $215,334.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$114,400
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$215,334

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$794
32% 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-Occupied82.6%

Property Tax

In Genoa, 40.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.1% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure31.2%
Asthma9.6%
COPD6.7%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.1%
Physical Inactivity26.5%
Depression19.1%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.6%
Checkup Rate72.7%
Premature Death11,247/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access65.0%
Healthcare Facilities11

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Genoa has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.7 inches
27% below US avg
Snowfall28.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,573 ft (479 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density997/sq mi
Coordinates41.4459°N, 97.7333°W
County FIPS31125
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 18.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.6%
D 19.2%

Winner: Republican by 60.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.4%
45% below US avg
High School+93.2%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density997/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants8
Retail Stores18

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.6 min
Work from Home3.8%

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