Hoskins, NE

Nebraska

Hoskins is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 272. Residents earn $77,500 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
272 Population 877/sq mi density
$77,500 Median Income $32,971 per capita
$142,900 Home Value $334,539 Zillow
$1,333 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$77,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$142,900 home value, $1,333/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,500
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $142,900
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.5%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,333
15% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.8%
5% lower than US avg

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

People

Population272
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density877/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

A
Median Income$77,500
Per Capita$32,971
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.8%
County GDP$804M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$142,900
Rent$1,333
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$334,539

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.0%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain26.2 in/yr
Elevation1,676 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.5%
High School+92.5%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute14 min
Libraries3

Is Hoskins a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hoskins receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Hoskins stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hoskins is $77,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hoskins is $142,900, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,333 per month. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Hoskins experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.2 inches, including 25.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Hoskins has a population of 272 with a density of 877 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.2%).

Population

272
Total Population
877
People / sq mi
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.6%
Female 54.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Hoskins vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Hoskins vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hoskins is $77,500, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Hoskins vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,500
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,971
Avg Weekly Wage$870
IRS Avg AGI$75,868

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.8%
5% below US avg
Establishments (County)281
County GDP$804M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare21
Retail36
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,525
29% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.4 min
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Hoskins is $142,900, 49% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,333 (15% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $334,539.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$142,900
49% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$334,539

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,333
15% above 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-Occupied75.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,525
29% above US avg
Effective Rate3.17%
In Hoskins, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.0% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.0%
18% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure27.7%
Asthma9.1%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.8%
Physical Inactivity23.0%
Depression18.0%
Mental Distress14.8%
Physical Distress10.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Checkup Rate73.9%
Premature Death4,889/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access45.5%
Healthcare Facilities21

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Hoskins has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.4°F
10% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.2 inches
31% below US avg
Snowfall25.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,676 ft (511 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density877/sq mi
Coordinates42.1126°N, 97.3044°W
County FIPS31179
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 23.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.9%
D 24.7%

Winner: Republican by 49.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.5%
30% below US avg
High School+92.5%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density877/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants25
Retail Stores36

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.4 min
Work from Home2.3%

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