Henry, NE

Nebraska · Metropolitan Area

Henry is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 77. Residents earn $75,833 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
77 Population 367/sq mi density
$75,833 Median Income $33,713 per capita
$104,200 Home Value
$1,125 Median Rent 45.0% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$75,833 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$104,200 home value, $1,125/mo rent
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,833
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $104,200
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.6%
27% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,125
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.7%
35% higher than US avg

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

People

Population77
Median Age45.9 yrs
Density367/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans62.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$75,833
Per Capita$33,713
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty16.7%
County GDP$8,439M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$104,200
Rent$1,125
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden45.0%

Health

Obesity39.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.3%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI32 (Good)
Rain15.0 in/yr
Elevation4,037 ft (1,230 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.6%
High School+89.5%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute15 min
Broadband32.0%
Libraries4

Is Henry a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Henry is $75,833, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. The poverty rate of 16.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Henry is $104,200, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,125 per month. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Henry experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.0 inches, including 47.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Henry has a population of 77 with a density of 367 people per square mile. The median age is 45.9 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.1%).

Population

77
Total Population
367
People / sq mi
45.9yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Henry vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Henry vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Henry is $75,833, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Henry vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,833
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,713
Avg Weekly Wage$1,172
IRS Avg AGI$81,255

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.7%
35% above US avg
Establishments (County)4,736
County GDP$8,439M

Business (County)

Restaurants241
Healthcare364
Retail356
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,798
9% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.1 min
Drive Alone89.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Henry is $104,200, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,125 (3% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$104,200
63% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,125
3% below US avg
Rent Burden45.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,798
9% above US avg
Effective Rate3.64%
In Henry, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.3% report depression. 27.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.1%
22% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma9.8%
COPD6.7%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity27.0%
Depression20.3%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress12.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.8%
Checkup Rate73.7%
Premature Death8,713/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access65.3%
Healthcare Facilities364
Henry has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.8°F
8% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.0 inches
61% below US avg
Snowfall47.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,037 ft (1,230 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density367/sq mi
Coordinates41.9979°N, 104.0457°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS56021
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 24.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.4-point margin. 32.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.4%
D 33%

Winner: Republican by 32.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.6%
27% below US avg
High School+89.5%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density367/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access32.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities364
Restaurants241
Retail Stores356

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.1 min
Drive Alone89.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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