Nebraska · Metropolitan Area
Jackson is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 281. Residents earn $84,063 per year, which is 12% above the national average.
Based on current data, Jackson receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Jackson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Jackson is $84,063, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Jackson is $195,800, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
13.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Jackson experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.7 inches, including 35.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $84,063 |
| 12% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $25,367 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,144 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,044 |
| Unemployment | 3.7% |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 5.3% |
| 57% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 504 |
| County GDP | $2,419M |
| Restaurants | 50 |
| Healthcare | 39 |
| Retail | 60 |
| Manufacturing | 34 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,248 |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.17% |
| Commute Time | 16.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 83.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 7.0% |
| Census Median | $195,800 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $306,592 |
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
| Owner-Occupied | 93.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,248 |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.17% |
| Obesity | 43.6% |
| 36% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.2% |
| Asthma | 9.8% |
| COPD | 7.0% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 21.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.2% |
| Depression | 20.1% |
| Mental Distress | 16.6% |
| Physical Distress | 12.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 97.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 73.4% |
| Premature Death | 7,312/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 86.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 39 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Annual Average | 48.4°F |
| 10% below US avg | |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 30.7 inches |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 35.5 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,119 ft (341 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 624/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.4482°N, 96.5713°W |
| County FIPS | 31043 |
Winner: Republican by 29.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 13.3% |
| 61% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 84.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.81 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 624/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.5 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 81.0% |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 39 |
| Restaurants | 50 |
| Retail Stores | 60 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Avg Commute | 16.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 83.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 7.0% |