Goehner, NE

Nebraska · Metropolitan Area

Goehner is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 225. Residents earn $93,583 per year, which is 25% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
225 Population 1,324/sq mi density
$93,583 Median Income $47,807 per capita
$154,200 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$93,583 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$154,200 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $93,583
25% higher than US avg
Home Value $154,200
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.3%
78% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.6%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population225
Median Age53.9 yrs
Density1,324/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A+
Median Income$93,583
Per Capita$47,807
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,090M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$154,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.4%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain28.7 in/yr
Elevation1,544 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.3%
High School+78.5%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute24 min
Libraries3

Is Goehner a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Goehner receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Goehner offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Goehner is $93,583, 25% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 0.0% 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 Goehner is $154,200, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Goehner experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.7 inches, including 21.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Goehner has a population of 225 with a density of 1,324 people per square mile. The median age is 53.9 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92%), with 2.7% Hispanic.

Population

225
Total Population
1,324
People / sq mi
53.9yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%
Female 46.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Goehner vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.3%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.7%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Goehner vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Goehner is $93,583, which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Goehner vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$93,583
25% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,807
Avg Weekly Wage$995
IRS Avg AGI$87,858

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)516
County GDP$1,090M

Business (County)

Restaurants40
Healthcare40
Retail46
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,158
47% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.1 min
Work from Home1.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Goehner is $154,200, 45% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$154,200
45% 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-Occupied96.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,158
47% above US avg
Effective Rate3.35%
In Goehner, 33.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.4% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.6%
5% above US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure27.9%
Asthma8.8%
COPD4.7%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.6%
Physical Inactivity21.9%
Depression18.4%
Mental Distress13.9%
Physical Distress10.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.7%
Checkup Rate72.3%
Premature Death5,490/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access62.6%
Healthcare Facilities40

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Goehner has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.7 inches
25% below US avg
Snowfall21.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,544 ft (471 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,324/sq mi
Coordinates40.8327°N, 97.2196°W
County FIPS31159
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.6%
D 26%

Winner: Republican by 46.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.3%
78% below US avg
High School+78.5%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,324/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities40
Restaurants40
Retail Stores46

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.1 min
Work from Home1.8%

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