Hastings, NE
Full City Profile · Nebraska · Adams County County
Hastings, NE
At a Glance
How Hastings Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hastings's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hastings a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hastings residents earn a median household income of $61,202 , which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,567. The unemployment rate stands at 2.7% (25% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,051 business establishments, including 95 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hastings is $177,200 , 37% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $206,294. Median rent is $858/month, with 29.4% 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 1964.
Safety & Crime
Hastings reports 318 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 16% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,011/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
28.0% of adults in Hastings hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below the national average). 90.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hastings 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 26.4 inches.