Harbine, NE

Nebraska

Harbine is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 67. Residents earn $70,781 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
67 Population 609/sq mi density
$70,781 Median Income $38,661 per capita
$125,000 Home Value
$700 Median Rent 37.5% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$70,781 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$125,000 home value, $700/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,781
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $125,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.8%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $700
40% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population67
Median Age68.3 yrs
Density609/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans62.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,781
Per Capita$38,661
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,583M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$125,000
Rent$700
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units30
Rent Burden37.5%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI32 (Good)
Rain31.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,443 ft (440 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.8%
High School+96.8%
Graduate+3.3%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute18 min
Broadband34.0%
Libraries2

Is Harbine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Harbine receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Harbine offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Harbine is $70,781, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Harbine is $125,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $700 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Harbine experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.3 inches, including 18.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Harbine has a population of 67 with a density of 609 people per square mile. The median age is 68.3 years, 76% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97%).

Population

67
Total Population
609
People / sq mi
68.3yrs
Median Age
76% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.8%
Female 55.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Harbine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.3%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.7%
43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Harbine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Harbine is $70,781, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Harbine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,781
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,661
Avg Weekly Wage$941
IRS Avg AGI$69,767

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)744
County GDP$1,583M

Business (County)

Restaurants47
Healthcare56
Retail99
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,931
41% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.8 min
Drive Alone61.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home38.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Harbine is $125,000, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $700 (40% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,000
56% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$700
40% below US avg
Rent Burden37.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$706
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$1,001
3 Bedrooms$1,274
4 Bedrooms$1,409

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.4%
Housing Units30
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,931
41% above US avg
Effective Rate3.94%
Harbine has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.3 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall18.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,443 ft (440 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density609/sq mi
Coordinates40.1916°N, 96.9741°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS31067
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.2-point margin. 34.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.9%
D 29.7%

Winner: Republican by 39.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.8%
86% below US avg
High School+96.8%
Graduate Degree+3.3%
School Test Score5.81
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density609/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access34.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants47
Retail Stores99

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.8 min
Drive Alone61.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home38.5%

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