Inman, NE

Nebraska

Inman is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 131. Residents earn $49,250 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
131 Population 452/sq mi density
$49,250 Median Income $28,236 per capita
$45,000 Home Value
$692 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$49,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$45,000 home value, $692/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,250
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $45,000
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $692
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.4%
56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population131
Median Age33.6 yrs
Density452/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 68%
Veterans97.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$49,250
Per Capita$28,236
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.4%
County GDP$913M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$45,000
Rent$692
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.2%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain25.9 in/yr
Elevation1,929 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+82.2%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 13%
Commute19 min
Broadband54.0%
Libraries4

Is Inman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Inman receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Inman offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Inman is $49,250, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Inman is $45,000, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $692 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Inman experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.9 inches, including 25.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Inman has a population of 131 with a density of 452 people per square mile. The median age is 33.6 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.9%), with 1.5% Hispanic.

Population

131
Total Population
452
People / sq mi
33.6yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.7%
Female 57.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Inman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only68.8%
12% below US avg
Spanish31.2%
133% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Inman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Inman is $49,250, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Inman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,250
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,236
Avg Weekly Wage$921
IRS Avg AGI$61,776

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.4%
56% below US avg
Establishments (County)516
County GDP$913M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare42
Retail67
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,682
5% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate8.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.6 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Inman is $45,000, 84% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $692 (40% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$45,000
84% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$692
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-Occupied81.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,682
5% above US avg
Effective Rate8.18%
In Inman, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.2% report depression. 26.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.1%
19% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma9.7%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.5%
Physical Inactivity26.0%
Depression18.2%
Mental Distress15.5%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.3%
Checkup Rate73.2%
Premature Death6,598/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access63.1%
Healthcare Facilities42

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Inman has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average47.7°F
12% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.9 inches
32% below US avg
Snowfall25.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,929 ft (588 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density452/sq mi
Coordinates42.3819°N, 98.5298°W
County FIPS31089
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 74-point margin. 54.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.5%
D 12.5%

Winner: Republican by 74 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+82.2%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density452/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access54.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities42
Restaurants28
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.6 min
Work from Home0.0%

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