Maskell, NE

Nebraska

Maskell is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 58. Residents earn $77,750 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
58 Population 363/sq mi density
$77,750 Median Income $26,028 per capita
$51,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$77,750 median income, 5.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$51,700 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,750
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $51,700
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.5%
87% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.5%
53% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population58
Median Age50.4 yrs
Density363/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans57.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$77,750
Per Capita$26,028
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$480M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$51,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain28.0 in/yr
Elevation1,308 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.5%
High School+95.5%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute24 min
Broadband25.0%
Libraries4

Is Maskell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Maskell receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Maskell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Maskell is $77,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Maskell is $51,700, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Maskell experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Maskell has a population of 58 with a density of 363 people per square mile. The median age is 50.4 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

58
Total Population
363
People / sq mi
50.4yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.2%
Female 44.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Maskell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Maskell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Maskell is $77,750, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Maskell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,750
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$26,028
Avg Weekly Wage$1,015
IRS Avg AGI$67,189

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)147
County GDP$480M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare9
Retail15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,900
17% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Work from Home26.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Maskell is $51,700, 82% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$51,700
82% below US avg

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-Occupied84.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,900
17% below US avg
Effective Rate5.61%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate66.1%
Premature Death5,812/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access48.0%
Healthcare Facilities9

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Maskell has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average48.8°F
10% below US avg
January Average20°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.0 inches
26% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,308 ft (399 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density363/sq mi
Coordinates42.6904°N, 96.9809°W
County FIPS31051
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.7-point margin. 25.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.5%
D 19.8%

Winner: Republican by 58.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.5%
87% below US avg
High School+95.5%
School Test Score5.81
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density363/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access25.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants11
Retail Stores15

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Work from Home26.3%

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