Jansen, NE

Nebraska

Jansen is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 86. Residents earn $53,750 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
86 Population 277/sq mi density
$53,750 Median Income $24,952 per capita
$70,000 Home Value
52°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$53,750 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$70,000 home value
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,750
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $70,000
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.2%
91% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.5%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population86
Median Age50.3 yrs
Density277/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans64.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,750
Per Capita$24,952
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty9.5%
County GDP$557M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$70,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity36.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.5%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI32 (Good)
Rain32.4 in/yr
Elevation1,460 ft (445 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.2%
High School+92.1%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute35 min
Broadband40.0%
Libraries3

Is Jansen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jansen receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Jansen offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jansen is $53,750, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. 9.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jansen is $70,000, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Jansen experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches, including 20.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Jansen has a population of 86 with a density of 277 people per square mile. The median age is 50.3 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93%).

Population

86
Total Population
277
People / sq mi
50.3yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Jansen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Jansen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jansen is $53,750, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Jansen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,750
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,952
Avg Weekly Wage$925
IRS Avg AGI$67,823

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.5%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)276
County GDP$557M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare17
Retail27
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,925
12% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.3 min
Drive Alone83.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Jansen is $70,000, 75% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$70,000
75% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$706
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$1,001
3 Bedrooms$1,274
4 Bedrooms$1,409

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,925
12% above US avg
Effective Rate5.61%
In Jansen, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.5% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.2%
13% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.1%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.3%
Physical Inactivity24.2%
Depression19.5%
Mental Distress15.4%
Physical Distress10.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.1%
Checkup Rate73.1%
Premature Death7,590/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access56.5%
Healthcare Facilities17
Jansen has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.4 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall20.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,460 ft (445 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density277/sq mi
Coordinates40.1840°N, 97.0848°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS31095
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 3.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.3-point margin. 40.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72%
D 26.7%

Winner: Republican by 45.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.2%
91% below US avg
High School+92.1%
School Test Score5.81
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density277/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access40.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants18
Retail Stores27

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.3 min
Drive Alone83.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.1%

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