Holbrook, NE

Nebraska

Holbrook is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 269. Residents earn $60,750 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
269 Population 1,681/sq mi density
$60,750 Median Income $28,789 per capita
$76,300 Home Value
$1,100 Median Rent 27.1% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$60,750 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$76,300 home value, $1,100/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,750
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $76,300
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.8%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,100
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.8%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.3%
7% higher than US avg

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

People

Population269
Median Age50.1 yrs
Density1,681/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans6.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$60,750
Per Capita$28,789
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty13.3%
County GDP$737M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$76,300
Rent$1,100
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units158
Rent Burden27.1%

Health

Obesity44.8%
Uninsured10.0%
Smoking16.0%
Depression18.5%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI32 (Good)
Rain23.4 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation2,212 ft (674 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.8%
High School+93.4%
Graduate+4.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute31 min
Broadband67.5%
Libraries3

Is Holbrook a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Holbrook receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Holbrook offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Holbrook is $60,750, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. 13.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Holbrook is $76,300, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,100 per month. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Holbrook experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.4 inches, including 24.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Holbrook has a population of 269 with a density of 1,681 people per square mile. The median age is 50.1 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.2%).

Population

269
Total Population
1,681
People / sq mi
50.1yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Holbrook vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.6%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.4%
45% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Holbrook vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Holbrook is $60,750, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Holbrook vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,750
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,789
Avg Weekly Wage$914
IRS Avg AGI$71,366

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.3%
7% above US avg
Establishments (County)445
County GDP$737M

Business (County)

Restaurants35
Healthcare45
Retail70
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,723
35% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.3 min
Drive Alone86.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Holbrook is $76,300, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,100 (5% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$76,300
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,100
5% below US avg
Rent Burden27.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.6%
Housing Units158
Median Year Built1943

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,723
35% above US avg
Effective Rate6.19%
In Holbrook, 44.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.0% of residents lack health insurance. 16.0% are current smokers. 18.5% report depression. 26.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.8%
40% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma9.4%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.0%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.2%
Physical Inactivity26.2%
Depression18.5%
Mental Distress15.6%
Physical Distress12.1%
Short Sleep33.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.6%
Uninsured10.0%
16% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.7%
Dental Visits57.3%
Premature Death9,044/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access79.2%
Healthcare Facilities45
Holbrook has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.4 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.4 inches
38% below US avg
Snowfall24.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,212 ft (674 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,681/sq mi
Coordinates40.3047°N, 100.0100°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS31145
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.4-point margin. 67.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.7%
D 15.3%

Winner: Republican by 68.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.8%
53% below US avg
High School+93.4%
Graduate Degree+4.0%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,681/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access67.5%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities45
Restaurants35
Retail Stores70

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.3 min
Drive Alone86.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.8%

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