Heartwell, NE

Nebraska

Heartwell is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 91. Residents earn $58,750 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
91 Population 1,300/sq mi density
$58,750 Median Income $22,047 per capita
$95,000 Home Value $371,501 Zillow
$825 Median Rent 13.9% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$58,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,000 home value, $825/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,750
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,000
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.9%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $825
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.0%
11% lower than US avg

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

People

Population91
Median Age29.8 yrs
Density1,300/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans74.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,750
Per Capita$22,047
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.0%
County GDP$618M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,000
Rent$825
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$371,501
Rent Burden13.9%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression15.7%
Heart Disease4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain25.7 in/yr
Elevation2,100 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.9%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute21 min
Broadband46.0%
Libraries2

Is Heartwell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Heartwell receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Heartwell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Heartwell is $58,750, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Heartwell is $95,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $825 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Heartwell experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.7 inches, including 24.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Heartwell has a population of 91 with a density of 1,300 people per square mile. The median age is 29.8 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

91
Total Population
1,300
People / sq mi
29.8yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%
Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Heartwell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Heartwell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Heartwell is $58,750, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Heartwell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,750
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,047
Avg Weekly Wage$939
IRS Avg AGI$93,481

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.0%
11% below US avg
Establishments (County)208
County GDP$618M

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Healthcare12
Retail18
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,050
44% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.1 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit3.9%
Work from Home3.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Heartwell is $95,000, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $825 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $371,501.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,000
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$371,501

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$825
29% below US avg
Rent Burden13.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied54.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,050
44% above US avg
Effective Rate5.32%
In Heartwell, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.7% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease4.0%
High Blood Pressure24.9%
Asthma8.1%
COPD4.1%
Stroke2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.1%
Physical Inactivity21.9%
Depression15.7%
Mental Distress12.7%
Physical Distress9.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate64.0%
Checkup Rate69.0%
Premature Death6,258/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access61.2%
Healthcare Facilities12

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Heartwell has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.7 inches
32% below US avg
Snowfall24.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,100 ft (640 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density1,300/sq mi
Coordinates40.5699°N, 98.7891°W
County FIPS31099
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.1-point margin. 46.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.5%
D 20.4%

Winner: Republican by 58.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.9%
74% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,300/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access46.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities12
Restaurants7
Retail Stores18

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.1 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit3.9%
Work from Home3.9%

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