Grand Island, NE
Full City Profile · Nebraska · Hall County County
Grand Island, NE
At a Glance
How Grand Island Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Grand Island's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Grand Island a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Grand Island residents earn a median household income of $62,439 , which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,464. The unemployment rate stands at 3.6% (0% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,982 business establishments, including 166 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Grand Island is $202,600 , 28% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $253,838. Median rent is $913/month, with 28.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1974.
Safety & Crime
Grand Island reports 370 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 3% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,774/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
20.7% of adults in Grand Island hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below the national average). 82.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Grand Island has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.