Melia, NE

Nebraska · Metropolitan Area

Melia is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 43.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
43 Population 30/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $51,772 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
39.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 39.3%
17% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.4%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 50.0%
303% higher than US avg

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

People

Population43
Median Age41.3 yrs
Density30/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans28.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$51,772
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty50.0%
County GDP$13,671M
Commute24 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.4%
Heart Disease3.9%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain33.2 in/yr
Elevation1,120 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.3%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 44%
Commute24 min
Broadband16.0%
Libraries7

Is Melia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Melia receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Melia stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 50.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Melia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.2 inches, including 36.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Melia has a population of 43 with a density of 30 people per square mile. The median age is 41.3 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

43
Total Population
30
People / sq mi
41.3yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Melia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Melia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Melia is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 50.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Melia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$51,772
Avg Weekly Wage$1,128
IRS Avg AGI$92,208

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate50.0%
303% above US avg
Establishments (County)4,552
County GDP$13,671M

Business (County)

Restaurants325
Healthcare437
Retail432
Manufacturing102

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,845
96% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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)$6,845
96% above US avg
In Melia, 34.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.4% report depression. 18.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.4%
7% above US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease3.9%
High Blood Pressure27.8%
Asthma8.4%
COPD4.2%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity18.8%
Depression17.4%
Mental Distress13.1%
Physical Distress9.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate75.4%
Premature Death5,140/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access93.9%
Healthcare Facilities437

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Melia has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.2 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall36.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,120 ft (341 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density30/sq mi
Coordinates41.0972°N, 96.2764°W
County FIPS31153
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 39.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.7-point margin. 16.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.2%
D 43.5%

Winner: Republican by 11.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.3%
17% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.81
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density30/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access16.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities437
Restaurants325
Retail Stores432

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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