Long Pine, NE

Nebraska

Long Pine is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 347. Residents earn $38,750 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
347 Population 598/sq mi density
$38,750 Median Income $23,934 per capita
$58,800 Home Value $113,329 Zillow
$742 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$38,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$58,800 home value, $742/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
23.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,750
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $58,800
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.0%
32% lower than US avg
Median Rent $742
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.7%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.2%
6% higher than US avg

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

People

Population347
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density598/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B
Median Income$38,750
Per Capita$23,934
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty13.2%
County GDP$266M
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$58,800
Rent$742
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$113,329

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.0%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain23.8 in/yr
Elevation2,402 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.0%
High School+96.7%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 12%
Commute13 min
Libraries1

Is Long Pine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Long Pine receives an overall livability score of 3.7 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, high obesity rates. Long Pine offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Long Pine is $38,750, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 13.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Long Pine is $58,800, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $742 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Long Pine experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.8 inches, including 35.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Long Pine has a population of 347 with a density of 598 people per square mile. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.9%), with 2.9% Hispanic.

Population

347
Total Population
598
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.8%
Female 43.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Long Pine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Long Pine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Long Pine is $38,750, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Long Pine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,750
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,934
Avg Weekly Wage$894
IRS Avg AGI$57,007

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.2%
6% above US avg
Establishments (County)166
County GDP$266M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare14
Retail27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,850
19% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.5 min
Work from Home4.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Long Pine is $58,800, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $742 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $113,329.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$58,800
79% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$113,329

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$742
36% 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-Occupied83.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,850
19% below US avg
Effective Rate4.85%
In Long Pine, 40.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.0% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Long Pine vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.7%
27% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma9.6%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.4%
Physical Inactivity26.3%
Depression19.0%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.4%
Checkup Rate72.1%
Premature Death10,801/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access80.7%
Healthcare Facilities14

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Long Pine has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.2°F
7% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.8 inches
37% below US avg
Snowfall35.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,402 ft (732 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density598/sq mi
Coordinates42.5353°N, 99.7027°W
County FIPS31017
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 23.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 74.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87%
D 12.2%

Winner: Republican by 74.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.0%
32% below US avg
High School+96.7%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density598/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities14
Restaurants9
Retail Stores27

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.5 min
Work from Home4.8%

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