Minden, NE
Full City Profile · Nebraska · Kearney County County
Minden, NE
At a Glance
How Minden Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Minden's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Minden a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Minden residents earn a median household income of $64,846 , which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,265. The unemployment rate stands at 1.8% (50% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 208 business establishments, including 7 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Minden is $188,100 , 33% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $207,099. Median rent is $769/month, with 22.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1968.
Safety & Crime
Minden reports 64 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 83% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 510/100K.
Education
24.6% of adults in Minden hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% below the national average). 88.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Minden has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.7 inches.