Giltner, NE

Nebraska

Giltner is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 491. Residents earn $75,833 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
491 Population 1,259/sq mi density
$75,833 Median Income $35,279 per capita
$191,100 Home Value $298,339 Zillow
$825 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$75,833 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$191,100 home value, $825/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
25.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,833
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $191,100
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.8%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent $825
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.9%
44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population491
Median Age35.1 yrs
Density1,259/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

A
Median Income$75,833
Per Capita$35,279
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty6.9%
County GDP$927M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$191,100
Rent$825
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$298,339

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.0%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain27.8 in/yr
Elevation1,831 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.8%
High School+97.9%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute24 min
Libraries1

Is Giltner a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Giltner receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Giltner stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Giltner is $75,833, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Giltner is $191,100, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $825 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Giltner experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.8 inches, including 28.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Giltner has a population of 491 with a density of 1,259 people per square mile. The median age is 35.1 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.6%), with 1.8% Hispanic.

Population

491
Total Population
1,259
People / sq mi
35.1yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Giltner vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Giltner vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Giltner is $75,833, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Giltner vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,833
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,279
Avg Weekly Wage$1,063
IRS Avg AGI$91,818

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.9%
44% below US avg
Establishments (County)384
County GDP$927M

Business (County)

Restaurants20
Healthcare19
Retail35
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,195
20% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.5 min
Work from Home6.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Giltner is $191,100, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $825 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $298,339.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$191,100
32% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$298,339

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$825
29% 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-Occupied82.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,195
20% above US avg
Effective Rate2.20%
In Giltner, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.0% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.8%
27% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma9.3%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.9%
Physical Inactivity23.7%
Depression18.0%
Mental Distress15.1%
Physical Distress10.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.8%
Checkup Rate73.4%
Premature Death6,028/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access62.9%
Healthcare Facilities19

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Giltner has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.8 inches
27% below US avg
Snowfall28.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,831 ft (558 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density1,259/sq mi
Coordinates40.7754°N, 98.1543°W
County FIPS31081
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 25.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% 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+25.8%
23% below US avg
High School+97.9%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,259/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants20
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.5 min
Work from Home6.0%

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