Hemingford, NE

Nebraska

Hemingford is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 744. Residents earn $64,356 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
744 Population 1,094/sq mi density
$64,356 Median Income $36,174 per capita
$86,400 Home Value $193,300 Zillow
$880 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$64,356 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$86,400 home value, $880/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,356
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $86,400
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.1%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent $880
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.4%
32% lower than US avg

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

People

Population744
Median Age52.5 yrs
Density1,094/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

A
Median Income$64,356
Per Capita$36,174
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty8.4%
County GDP$725M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$86,400
Rent$880
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$193,300

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.2%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain18.0 in/yr
Elevation4,275 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.1%
High School+98.1%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute15 min
Libraries2

Is Hemingford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hemingford receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Hemingford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hemingford is $64,356, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. 8.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hemingford is $86,400, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $880 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Hemingford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.0 inches, including 45.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Hemingford has a population of 744 with a density of 1,094 people per square mile. The median age is 52.5 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.7%), with 4.8% Hispanic.

Population

744
Total Population
1,094
People / sq mi
52.5yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Hemingford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hemingford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hemingford is $64,356, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Hemingford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,356
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,174
Avg Weekly Wage$889
IRS Avg AGI$63,582

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.4%
32% below US avg
Establishments (County)365
County GDP$725M

Business (County)

Restaurants29
Healthcare27
Retail44
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,150
10% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.5 min
Work from Home5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Hemingford is $86,400, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $880 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $193,300.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$86,400
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$193,300

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$880
24% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,150
10% below US avg
Effective Rate3.65%
In Hemingford, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.2% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma9.4%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity26.3%
Depression18.2%
Mental Distress15.4%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.7%
Checkup Rate72.0%
Premature Death9,210/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access76.6%
Healthcare Facilities27

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Hemingford has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.0 inches
53% below US avg
Snowfall45.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,275 ft (1,303 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density1,094/sq mi
Coordinates42.3213°N, 103.0754°W
County FIPS31013
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 21.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.6%
D 21.2%

Winner: Republican by 56.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.1%
37% below US avg
High School+98.1%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,094/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities27
Restaurants29
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.5 min
Work from Home5.3%

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