Holstein, NE

Nebraska

Holstein is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 161. Residents earn $69,271 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
161 Population 644/sq mi density
$69,271 Median Income $49,650 per capita
$97,500 Home Value
$500 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$69,271 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$97,500 home value, $500/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,271
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $97,500
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.6%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $500
57% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
61% lower than US avg

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

People

Population161
Median Age57.6 yrs
Density644/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,271
Per Capita$49,650
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$2,661M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$97,500
Rent$500
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.2%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain25.5 in/yr
Elevation2,007 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.6%
High School+93.9%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute31 min
Libraries2

Is Holstein a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Holstein is $69,271, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Holstein is $97,500, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $500 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Holstein experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.5 inches, including 18.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Holstein has a population of 161 with a density of 644 people per square mile. The median age is 57.6 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.8%), with 2.5% Hispanic.

Population

161
Total Population
644
People / sq mi
57.6yrs
Median Age
48% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.4%
Female 41.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Holstein vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Holstein vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Holstein is $69,271, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Holstein vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,271
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,650
Avg Weekly Wage$999
IRS Avg AGI$77,373

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
61% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,051
County GDP$2,661M

Business (County)

Restaurants95
Healthcare119
Retail148
Manufacturing56

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,490
57% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Holstein is $97,500, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $500 (57% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$97,500
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$500
57% 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-Occupied87.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,490
57% above US avg
Effective Rate5.63%
In Holstein, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.2% report depression. 22.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma9.0%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.4%
Physical Inactivity22.3%
Depression20.2%
Mental Distress14.5%
Physical Distress10.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Checkup Rate74.3%
Premature Death7,989/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access84.9%
Healthcare Facilities119

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Holstein has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.5 inches
33% below US avg
Snowfall18.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,007 ft (612 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density644/sq mi
Coordinates40.4652°N, 98.6510°W
County FIPS31001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 7.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.2%
D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 41.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.6%
77% below US avg
High School+93.9%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density644/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities119
Restaurants95
Retail Stores148

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

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