Malmo, NE

Nebraska · Metropolitan Area

Malmo is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 121. Residents earn $103,125 per year, which is 37% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
121 Population 864/sq mi density
$103,125 Median Income $41,464 per capita
$154,200 Home Value $451,538 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$103,125 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$154,200 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $103,125
37% higher than US avg
Home Value $154,200
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.9%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population121
Median Age43.9 yrs
Density864/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 75%

Economy

A+
Median Income$103,125
Per Capita$41,464
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.9%
County GDP$1,090M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$154,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$451,538

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.0%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain31.6 in/yr
Elevation1,260 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+95.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute36 min
Broadband44.0%
Libraries6

Is Malmo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Malmo receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Malmo stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Malmo is $103,125, which is significantly higher than the national average — 37% above $75,149. This places Malmo among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Malmo is $154,200, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Malmo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.6 inches, including 34.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Malmo has a population of 121 with a density of 864 people per square mile. The median age is 43.9 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.2%), with 3.3% Black.

Population

121
Total Population
864
People / sq mi
43.9yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.6%
Female 55.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Malmo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.8%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.2%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Malmo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Malmo is $103,125, which is 37% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Malmo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$103,125
37% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,464
Avg Weekly Wage$960
IRS Avg AGI$104,730

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.9%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)656
County GDP$1,090M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare33
Retail72
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,137
75% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.1 min
Work from Home6.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Malmo is $154,200, 45% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $451,538.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$154,200
45% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$451,538

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-Occupied97.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,137
75% above US avg
Effective Rate3.98%
In Malmo, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.0% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma9.3%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.6%
Physical Inactivity23.0%
Depression18.0%
Mental Distress14.8%
Physical Distress10.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.2%
Checkup Rate73.0%
Premature Death6,667/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access61.5%
Healthcare Facilities33

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Malmo has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.6 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall34.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,260 ft (384 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density864/sq mi
Coordinates41.2665°N, 96.7209°W
County FIPS31155
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.4-point margin. 44.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.6%
D 26.2%

Winner: Republican by 46.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+95.0%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density864/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access44.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants41
Retail Stores72

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.1 min
Work from Home6.6%

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