Julian, NE

Nebraska

Julian is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 42. Residents earn $29,861 per year, which is 60% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
42 Population 420/sq mi density
$29,861 Median Income $35,257 per capita
$55,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$29,861 median income, 11.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$55,000 home value
A
Education
4.5 / 5.0
43.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $29,861
60% lower than US avg
Home Value $55,000
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.6%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 11.9%
231% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population42
Median Age47.7 yrs
Density420/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans42.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$29,861
Per Capita$35,257
Unemployment11.9%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,065M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$55,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain34.1 in/yr
Elevation1,032 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+43.6%
High School+94.9%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute18 min
Broadband29.0%
Libraries1

Is Julian a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Julian receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Julian stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Julian is $29,861, 60% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.9%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Julian is $55,000, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Julian experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.1 inches, including 24.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Julian has a population of 42 with a density of 420 people per square mile. The median age is 47.7 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

42
Total Population
420
People / sq mi
47.7yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Julian vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.9%
3% above US avg
Spanish19.1%
43% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Julian vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Julian is $29,861, which is 60% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Julian vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$29,861
60% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,257
Avg Weekly Wage$1,297
IRS Avg AGI$77,953

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.9%
231% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)221
County GDP$1,065M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare20
Retail24
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,475
1% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Julian is $55,000, 80% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$55,000
80% 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-Occupied82.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,475
1% below US avg
Effective Rate6.32%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death9,244/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access58.2%
Healthcare Facilities20

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Julian has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.1 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall24.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,032 ft (315 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density420/sq mi
Coordinates40.5192°N, 95.8671°W
County FIPS31127
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 43.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.7-point margin. 29.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.5%
D 26.8%

Winner: Republican by 44.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+43.6%
29% above US avg
High School+94.9%
School Test Score5.81
A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density420/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access29.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants18
Retail Stores24

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

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