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Hay Springs, NE
Full City Profile · Nebraska · Sheridan County County
Hay Springs, NE
At a Glance
How Hay Springs Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hay Springs's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hay Springs a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hay Springs residents earn a median household income of $45,833 , which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,748. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 225 business establishments, including 15 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hay Springs is $91,900 , 67% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $147,057. Median rent is $692/month, with 28.6% 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 1938.
Safety & Crime
Hay Springs reports 208 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 45% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,871/100K.
Education
13.7% of adults in Hay Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below the national average). 90.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hay Springs has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 302 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 17.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.