Madrid, NE

Nebraska

Madrid is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 253. Residents earn $71,750 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
253 Population 224/sq mi density
$71,750 Median Income $27,271 per capita
$101,300 Home Value $192,435 Zillow
$850 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$71,750 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$101,300 home value, $850/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,750
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $101,300
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.9%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.8%
37% lower than US avg

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

People

Population253
Median Age40.9 yrs
Density224/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

B+
Median Income$71,750
Per Capita$27,271
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty7.8%
County GDP$407M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$101,300
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$192,435

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.3%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain21.5 in/yr
Elevation3,281 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.9%
High School+77.6%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute18 min
Broadband72.0%
Libraries1

Is Madrid a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Madrid receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Madrid offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Madrid is $71,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.8% 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 Madrid is $101,300, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 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

12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Madrid experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Madrid has a population of 253 with a density of 224 people per square mile. The median age is 40.9 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.6%).

Population

253
Total Population
224
People / sq mi
40.9yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Madrid vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.8%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.2%
76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Madrid vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Madrid is $71,750, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Madrid vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,750
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,271
Avg Weekly Wage$1,041
IRS Avg AGI$77,374

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.8%
37% below US avg
Establishments (County)152
County GDP$407M

Business (County)

Restaurants5
Healthcare7
Retail16
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,850
19% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.7 min
Work from Home10.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Madrid is $101,300, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $192,435.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$101,300
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$192,435

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% 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-Occupied92.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,850
19% below US avg
Effective Rate2.81%
In Madrid, 40.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.3% report depression. 24.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.9%
27% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.3%
Physical Inactivity24.6%
Depression19.3%
Mental Distress15.8%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Checkup Rate73.6%
Premature Death7,524/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access53.9%
Healthcare Facilities7

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Madrid has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.8°F
8% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.5 inches
44% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,281 ft (1,000 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density224/sq mi
Coordinates40.8524°N, 101.5279°W
County FIPS31135
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 72.7-point margin. 72.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.8%
D 13.1%

Winner: Republican by 72.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.9%
62% below US avg
High School+77.6%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density224/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities7
Restaurants5
Retail Stores16

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.7 min
Work from Home10.0%

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