Martell, NE

Nebraska · Metropolitan Area

Martell is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 124. Residents earn $81,458 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
124 Population 653/sq mi density
$81,458 Median Income $56,311 per capita
$180,900 Home Value $525,350 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$81,458 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$180,900 home value
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,458
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $180,900
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.6%
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.5%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population124
Median Age61.9 yrs
Density653/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A+
Median Income$81,458
Per Capita$56,311
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$28,815M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$180,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$525,350

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain31.0 in/yr
Elevation1,353 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.6%
High School+93.5%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 51%
Commute22 min
Broadband69.0%
Libraries9

Is Martell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Martell receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Martell stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Martell is $81,458, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Martell is $180,900, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Martell 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 31.0 inches, including 25.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Martell has a population of 124 with a density of 653 people per square mile. The median age is 61.9 years, 59% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

124
Total Population
653
People / sq mi
61.9yrs
Median Age
59% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.9%
Female 58.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Martell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Martell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Martell is $81,458, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Martell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,458
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$56,311
Avg Weekly Wage$1,141
IRS Avg AGI$85,036

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,853
County GDP$28,815M

Business (County)

Restaurants794
Healthcare1,148
Retail989
Manufacturing246

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,896
97% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Martell is $180,900, 36% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $525,350.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$180,900
36% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$525,350

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,896
97% above US avg
Effective Rate3.81%
In Martell, 33.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 17.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.5%
4% above US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure26.3%
Asthma9.4%
COPD4.4%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.3%
Physical Inactivity17.1%
Depression21.7%
Mental Distress14.3%
Physical Distress9.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.3%
Checkup Rate75.6%
Premature Death6,252/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access95.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,148

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Safety Score

Martell 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 31.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.0 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall25.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,353 ft (412 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density653/sq mi
Coordinates40.6389°N, 96.7588°W
County FIPS31109
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 26.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 4.3-point margin. 69.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.1%
D 51.4%

Winner: Democrat by 4.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.6%
21% below US avg
High School+93.5%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density653/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities1,148
Restaurants794
Retail Stores989

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

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