Lynch, NE

Nebraska

Lynch is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 161. Residents earn $37,014 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
161 Population 304/sq mi density
$37,014 Median Income $33,071 per capita
$58,500 Home Value
$573 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$37,014 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$58,500 home value, $573/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $37,014
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $58,500
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.4%
19% lower than US avg
Median Rent $573
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population161
Median Age64.3 yrs
Density304/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B+
Median Income$37,014
Per Capita$33,071
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$140M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$58,500
Rent$573
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.6%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI32 (Good)
Elevation1,410 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.4%
High School+95.6%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 12%
Commute23 min
Broadband98.0%
Libraries1

Is Lynch a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lynch is $37,014, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lynch is $58,500, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $573 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Lynch experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Lynch has a population of 161 with a density of 304 people per square mile. The median age is 64.3 years, 65% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.9%), with 1.2% Black.

Population

161
Total Population
304
People / sq mi
64.3yrs
Median Age
65% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Lynch vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Lynch vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lynch is $37,014, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Lynch vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,014
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,071
Avg Weekly Wage$711
IRS Avg AGI$49,049

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)92
County GDP$140M

Business (County)

Restaurants3
Healthcare5
Retail12
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.2 min
Work from Home8.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Lynch is $58,500, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $573 (51% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$58,500
79% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$573
51% 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-Occupied87.6%

Property Tax

In Lynch, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.6% report depression. 26.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma9.4%
COPD6.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.1%
Physical Inactivity26.4%
Depression18.6%
Mental Distress15.9%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.1%
Checkup Rate72.8%
Premature Death9,953/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access1.9%
Healthcare Facilities5

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Lynch has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average47.7°F
12% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,410 ft (430 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density304/sq mi
Coordinates42.8312°N, 98.4669°W
County FIPS31015
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 27.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 75-point margin. 98.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87.3%
D 12.3%

Winner: Republican by 75 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.4%
19% below US avg
High School+95.6%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density304/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants3
Retail Stores12

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.2 min
Work from Home8.2%

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