Humphrey, NE

Nebraska

Humphrey is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 701. Residents earn $69,732 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
701 Population 1,348/sq mi density
$69,732 Median Income $40,608 per capita
$224,000 Home Value $345,291 Zillow
$693 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$69,732 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$224,000 home value, $693/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,732
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $224,000
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.4%
16% lower than US avg
Median Rent $693
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.7%
86% lower than US avg

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

People

Population701
Median Age34.7 yrs
Density1,348/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,732
Per Capita$40,608
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty1.7%
County GDP$3,864M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$224,000
Rent$693
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$345,291

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.8%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain28.2 in/yr
Elevation1,668 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.4%
High School+97.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute20 min
Libraries2

Is Humphrey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Humphrey receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Humphrey stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Humphrey is $69,732, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Humphrey is $224,000, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $693 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

28.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Humphrey experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Humphrey has a population of 701 with a density of 1,348 people per square mile. The median age is 34.7 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.1%).

Population

701
Total Population
1,348
People / sq mi
34.7yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Humphrey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.3%
83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Humphrey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Humphrey is $69,732, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Humphrey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,732
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,608
Avg Weekly Wage$1,064
IRS Avg AGI$75,046

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.7%
86% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,157
County GDP$3,864M

Business (County)

Restaurants79
Healthcare99
Retail150
Manufacturing65

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,302
51% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.7 min
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Humphrey is $224,000, 21% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $693 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $345,291.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$224,000
21% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$345,291
Median List Price$585,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$585,000
$/Sq Ft$122
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio99.3%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$693
40% 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-Occupied86.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,302
51% above US avg
Effective Rate2.37%
In Humphrey, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.8% report depression. 20.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma9.0%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.1%
Physical Inactivity20.9%
Depression17.8%
Mental Distress14.6%
Physical Distress10.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.4%
Checkup Rate74.4%
Premature Death5,668/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access82.7%
Healthcare Facilities99

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Humphrey has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.5°F
10% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.2 inches
26% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,668 ft (508 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density1,348/sq mi
Coordinates41.6885°N, 97.4851°W
County FIPS31141
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 28.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.7%
D 20.4%

Winner: Republican by 58.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.4%
16% below US avg
High School+97.0%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density1,348/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities99
Restaurants79
Retail Stores150

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.7 min
Work from Home5.6%

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