Gurley, NE

Nebraska

Gurley is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 253. Residents earn $59,313 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
253 Population 1,205/sq mi density
$59,313 Median Income $38,913 per capita
$75,400 Home Value $171,279 Zillow
$638 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$59,313 median income, 4.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,400 home value, $638/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,313
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,400
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.0%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $638
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.7%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.5%
64% lower than US avg

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

People

Population253
Median Age48.9 yrs
Density1,205/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

B+
Median Income$59,313
Per Capita$38,913
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty4.5%
County GDP$473M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,400
Rent$638
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$171,279

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.1%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain20.5 in/yr
Elevation4,285 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.0%
High School+94.7%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute26 min
Libraries3

Is Gurley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gurley receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Gurley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gurley is $59,313, 21% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gurley is $75,400, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $638 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Gurley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.5 inches, including 48.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Gurley has a population of 253 with a density of 1,205 people per square mile. The median age is 48.9 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.6%), with 12.3% Hispanic.

Population

253
Total Population
1,205
People / sq mi
48.9yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%
Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Gurley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gurley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gurley is $59,313, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Gurley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,313
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,913
Avg Weekly Wage$929
IRS Avg AGI$61,010

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.5%
64% below US avg
Establishments (County)184
County GDP$473M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare8
Retail20
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,200
20% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.0 min
Work from Home10.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Gurley is $75,400, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $638 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $171,279.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,400
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$171,279

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$638
45% 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-Occupied89.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,200
20% above US avg
Effective Rate5.57%
In Gurley, 33.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.1% report depression. 25.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.7%
5% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.9%
Physical Inactivity25.3%
Depression19.1%
Mental Distress15.8%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.7%
Checkup Rate72.8%
Premature Death11,072/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access73.5%
Healthcare Facilities8

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Gurley has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.5 inches
46% below US avg
Snowfall48.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,285 ft (1,306 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density1,205/sq mi
Coordinates41.3215°N, 102.9738°W
County FIPS31123
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.5%
D 15.1%

Winner: Republican by 68.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.0%
61% below US avg
High School+94.7%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,205/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities8
Restaurants10
Retail Stores20

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.0 min
Work from Home10.4%

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