Manley, NE

Nebraska · Metropolitan Area

Manley is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 205. Residents earn $70,000 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
205 Population 1,708/sq mi density
$70,000 Median Income $42,475 per capita
$203,600 Home Value
$950 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$70,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$203,600 home value, $950/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,000
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $203,600
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.6%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.1%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population205
Median Age47.3 yrs
Density1,708/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,000
Per Capita$42,475
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.1%
County GDP$1,148M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$203,600
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.3%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain33.6 in/yr
Elevation1,292 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.6%
High School+93.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute31 min
Libraries6

Is Manley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Manley receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Manley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Manley is $70,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Manley is $203,600, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Manley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.6 inches, including 32.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Manley has a population of 205 with a density of 1,708 people per square mile. The median age is 47.3 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

205
Total Population
1,708
People / sq mi
47.3yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Manley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Manley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Manley is $70,000, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Manley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,000
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,475
Avg Weekly Wage$990
IRS Avg AGI$86,572

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.1%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)706
County GDP$1,148M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare37
Retail58
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,832
67% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.3 min
Work from Home3.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Manley is $203,600, 28% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$203,600
28% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% 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-Occupied88.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,832
67% above US avg
Effective Rate2.86%
In Manley, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.3% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma9.6%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.6%
Physical Inactivity23.6%
Depression20.3%
Mental Distress15.2%
Physical Distress10.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate75.4%
Premature Death7,015/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access59.0%
Healthcare Facilities37

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Manley has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.6 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall32.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,292 ft (394 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density1,708/sq mi
Coordinates40.9184°N, 96.1657°W
County FIPS31025
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.8%
D 30.6%

Winner: Republican by 37.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.6%
45% below US avg
High School+93.0%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,708/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants41
Retail Stores58

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.3 min
Work from Home3.2%

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