Milligan, NE

Nebraska

Milligan is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 284. Residents earn $55,000 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
284 Population 1,092/sq mi density
$55,000 Median Income $35,286 per capita
$83,800 Home Value $167,296 Zillow
$688 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$55,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$83,800 home value, $688/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,000
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $83,800
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.7%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $688
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.7%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.6%
79% lower than US avg

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

People

Population284
Median Age56.0 yrs
Density1,092/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A
Median Income$55,000
Per Capita$35,286
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.6%
County GDP$560M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$83,800
Rent$688
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$167,296

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.5%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain32.4 in/yr
Elevation1,604 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.7%
High School+94.4%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute28 min
Libraries5

Is Milligan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Milligan receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Milligan offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Milligan is $55,000, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Milligan is $83,800, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $688 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Milligan experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches, including 20.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Milligan has a population of 284 with a density of 1,092 people per square mile. The median age is 56.0 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94%), with 4.9% Hispanic.

Population

284
Total Population
1,092
People / sq mi
56.0yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.8%
Female 59.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Milligan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Milligan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Milligan is $55,000, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Milligan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,000
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,286
Avg Weekly Wage$1,022
IRS Avg AGI$81,693

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.6%
79% below US avg
Establishments (County)280
County GDP$560M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare18
Retail30
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,867
18% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.6 min
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Milligan is $83,800, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $688 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $167,296.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$83,800
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$167,296

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$688
41% 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-Occupied88.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,867
18% below US avg
Effective Rate3.42%
In Milligan, 42.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.5% report depression. 27.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.7%
33% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma9.7%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.4%
Physical Inactivity27.6%
Depression18.5%
Mental Distress15.6%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.0%
Checkup Rate73.7%
Premature Death5,978/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access65.9%
Healthcare Facilities18

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Milligan has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.4 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall20.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,604 ft (489 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density1,092/sq mi
Coordinates40.5000°N, 97.3884°W
County FIPS31059
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 13.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.8%
D 22%

Winner: Republican by 54.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.7%
59% below US avg
High School+94.4%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,092/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants8
Retail Stores30

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.6 min
Work from Home3.8%

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