McLean, NE

Nebraska

McLean is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 97. Residents earn $86,875 per year, which is 16% above the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
97 Population 970/sq mi density
$86,875 Median Income $26,982 per capita
48°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$86,875 median income, 0.0% unemployment
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $86,875
16% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.4%
78% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.0%
68% lower than US avg

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

People

Population97
Median Age29.4 yrs
Density970/mi²
Male / Female67% / 33%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans90.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$86,875
Per Capita$26,982
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.0%
County GDP$738M
Commute35 min

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI32 (Good)
Rain27.9 in/yr
Elevation1,838 ft (560 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.4%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 11%
Commute35 min
Broadband28.0%
Libraries3

Is McLean a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, McLean receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate. McLean offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in McLean is $86,875, 16% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Education

7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

McLean experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.9 inches, including 26.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

McLean has a population of 97 with a density of 970 people per square mile. The median age is 29.4 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

97
Total Population
970
People / sq mi
29.4yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 67%
Female 33%

Race & Ethnicity

McLean vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

McLean vs U.S. Average

The median household income in McLean is $86,875, which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: McLean vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,875
16% above US avg
Per Capita Income$26,982
Avg Weekly Wage$919
IRS Avg AGI$80,902

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.0%
68% below US avg
Establishments (County)244
County GDP$738M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare20
Retail32
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,155
19% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.5 min
Drive Alone98.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

McLean has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.2°F
11% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.9 inches
27% below US avg
Snowfall26.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,838 ft (560 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density970/sq mi
Coordinates42.3863°N, 97.4682°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS31139
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 76.3-point margin. 28.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87.8%
D 11.4%

Winner: Republican by 76.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.4%
78% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density970/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access28.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants14
Retail Stores32

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.5 min
Drive Alone98.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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