Litchfield, NE

Nebraska

Litchfield is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 287. Residents earn $58,438 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
287 Population 957/sq mi density
$58,438 Median Income $32,831 per capita
$84,500 Home Value $184,779 Zillow
$688 Median Rent 42.5% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$58,438 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$84,500 home value, $688/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,438
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $84,500
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.3%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $688
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.1%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.6%
39% lower than US avg

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

People

Population287
Median Age45.6 yrs
Density957/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans0.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$58,438
Per Capita$32,831
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty7.6%
County GDP$882M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$84,500
Rent$688
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$184,779
Housing Units148
Rent Burden42.5%

Health

Obesity42.1%
Uninsured9.8%
Smoking16.2%
Depression18.9%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI32 (Good)
Rain26.3 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation2,163 ft (659 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.3%
High School+94.4%
Graduate+8.3%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute21 min
Broadband95.7%
Libraries7

Is Litchfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Litchfield receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Litchfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Litchfield is $58,438, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Litchfield is $84,500, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $688 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Litchfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.3 inches, including 25.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Litchfield has a population of 287 with a density of 957 people per square mile. The median age is 45.6 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.3%).

Population

287
Total Population
957
People / sq mi
45.6yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%
Female 46.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Litchfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Litchfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Litchfield is $58,438, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Litchfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,438
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,831
Avg Weekly Wage$961
IRS Avg AGI$58,725

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.6%
39% below US avg
Establishments (County)488
County GDP$882M

Business (County)

Restaurants32
Healthcare34
Retail70
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,290
6% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.2 min
Drive Alone73.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Litchfield is $84,500, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $688 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $184,779.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$84,500
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$184,779

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$688
41% below US avg
Rent Burden42.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.9%
Housing Units148
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,290
6% below US avg
Effective Rate3.89%
In Litchfield, 42.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.8% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 18.9% report depression. 26.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.1%
31% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma9.6%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.2%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity26.9%
Depression18.9%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress12.2%
Short Sleep32.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.3%
Uninsured9.8%
14% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.4%
Dental Visits60.7%
Premature Death8,243/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access53.7%
Healthcare Facilities34
Litchfield has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.3 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.5°F
8% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.3 inches
31% below US avg
Snowfall25.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,163 ft (659 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density957/sq mi
Coordinates41.1560°N, 99.1531°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS31041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 72.3-point margin. 95.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.7%
D 13.4%

Winner: Republican by 72.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.3%
52% below US avg
High School+94.4%
Graduate Degree+8.3%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density957/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.7%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities34
Restaurants32
Retail Stores70

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.2 min
Drive Alone73.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.0%

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