Nebraska
Hazard is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 72.
Based on current data, Hazard receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Hazard stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 18.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Hazard is $132,500, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.
Educational attainment is solid, with 42.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Hazard experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.3 inches, including 25.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
| English Only | 97.3% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.7% |
| 80% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $33,215 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $961 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,725 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 18.8% |
| 52% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 488 |
| County GDP | $882M |
| Restaurants | 32 |
| Healthcare | 34 |
| Retail | 70 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,290 |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.48% |
| Commute Time | 45.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 85.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $132,500 |
| 53% below US avg |
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
| Homeownership | 90.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 90.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,290 |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.48% |
| Insurance Rate | 83.7% |
| Premature Death | 8,243/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 53.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 34 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Annual Average | 49.5°F |
| 8% below US avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 26.3 inches |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 25.9 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 2,121 ft (646 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 277/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.0915°N, 99.0772°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 31041 |
Winner: Republican by 72.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 42.6% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 97.9% |
| School Test Score | 5.81 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 277/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.3 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 30.0% |
| Public Libraries | 7 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 34 |
| Restaurants | 32 |
| Retail Stores | 70 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Avg Commute | 45.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 85.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |