Hallam, NE

Nebraska · Metropolitan Area

Hallam is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 292. Residents earn $96,250 per year, which is 28% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
292 Population 1,327/sq mi density
$96,250 Median Income $38,186 per capita
$259,600 Home Value $389,720 Zillow
$983 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$96,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$259,600 home value, $983/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $96,250
28% higher than US avg
Home Value $259,600
8% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.8%
29% lower than US avg
Median Rent $983
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.3%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population292
Median Age35.4 yrs
Density1,327/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A+
Median Income$96,250
Per Capita$38,186
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$28,815M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$259,600
Rent$983
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$389,720

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.4%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain31.0 in/yr
Elevation1,486 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.8%
High School+94.1%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 51%
Commute35 min
Broadband93.0%
Libraries9

Is Hallam a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hallam receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Hallam stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hallam is $96,250, 28% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hallam is $259,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $983 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Hallam experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.0 inches, including 25.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Hallam has a population of 292 with a density of 1,327 people per square mile. The median age is 35.4 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.8%), with 2.1% Hispanic.

Population

292
Total Population
1,327
People / sq mi
35.4yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.9%
Female 42.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Hallam vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.7%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.3%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hallam vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hallam is $96,250, which is 28% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Hallam vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$96,250
28% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,186
Avg Weekly Wage$1,141
IRS Avg AGI$85,036

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,853
County GDP$28,815M

Business (County)

Restaurants794
Healthcare1,148
Retail989
Manufacturing246

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,896
97% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.9 min
Work from Home8.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Hallam is $259,600, 8% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $983 (15% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $389,720.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$259,600
8% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$389,720
Median List Price$404,975

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$404,975
$/Sq Ft$170
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio103.1%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$983
15% 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-Occupied81.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,896
97% above US avg
Effective Rate2.66%
In Hallam, 33.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.4% report depression. 16.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.3%
4% above US avg
Diabetes7.9%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma8.8%
COPD4.3%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.1%
Physical Inactivity16.7%
Depression20.4%
Mental Distress14.0%
Physical Distress9.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.4%
Checkup Rate74.9%
Premature Death6,252/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access95.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,148

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Safety Score

Hallam has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.0 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall25.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,486 ft (453 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,327/sq mi
Coordinates40.5365°N, 96.7868°W
County FIPS31109
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 23.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 4.3-point margin. 93.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.1%
D 51.4%

Winner: Democrat by 4.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.8%
29% below US avg
High School+94.1%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,327/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities1,148
Restaurants794
Retail Stores989

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.9 min
Work from Home8.6%

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