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Holmesville, NE

Nebraska

Holmesville is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 73. Residents earn $68,333 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
73 Population 332/sq mi density
$68,333 Median Income $41,144 per capita
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$68,333 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,333
9% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.3%
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.9%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population73
Median Age45.1 yrs
Density332/mi²
Male / Female74% / 26%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans57.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,333
Per Capita$41,144
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,583M
Commute22 min

Health

Obesity41.9%
Uninsured10.9%
Smoking17.7%
Depression16.0%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI32 (Good)
Rain31.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,260 ft (384 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.3%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+10.3%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute22 min
Broadband32.0%
Libraries2

Is Holmesville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Holmesville receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Holmesville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Holmesville is $68,333, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Education

19.3% 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

Holmesville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.3 inches, including 18.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Holmesville has a population of 73 with a density of 332 people per square mile. The median age is 45.1 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

73
Total Population
332
People / sq mi
45.1yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 74%
Female 26%

Race & Ethnicity

Holmesville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Holmesville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Holmesville is $68,333, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Holmesville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,333
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,144
Avg Weekly Wage$941
IRS Avg AGI$69,767

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)744
County GDP$1,583M

Business (County)

Restaurants47
Healthcare56
Retail99
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,931
41% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.0 min
Drive Alone48.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home37.9%

Walkability

In Holmesville, 41.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.9% of residents lack health insurance. 17.7% are current smokers. 16.0% report depression. 26.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.9%
31% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure34.8%
Asthma7.9%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.7%
26% above US avg
Binge Drinking27.4%
Physical Inactivity26.4%
Depression16.0%
Mental Distress14.7%
Physical Distress12.2%
Short Sleep31.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured10.9%
27% above US avg
Checkup Rate71.7%
Dental Visits56.3%
Premature Death7,954/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access65.2%
Healthcare Facilities56
Holmesville has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.3 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall18.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,260 ft (384 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density332/sq mi
Coordinates40.2014°N, 96.6589°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS31067
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 19.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.2-point margin. 32.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.9%
D 29.7%

Winner: Republican by 39.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.3%
43% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+10.3%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density332/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access32.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants47
Retail Stores99

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.0 min
Drive Alone48.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home37.9%

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