Moorefield, NE

Nebraska

Moorefield is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 37. Residents earn $32,321 per year, which is 57% below the national average.

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
37 Population 218/sq mi density
$32,321 Median Income $20,986 per capita
$321,400 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$32,321 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$321,400 home value
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $32,321
57% lower than US avg
Home Value $321,400
14% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.1%
52% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population37
Median Age70.9 yrs
Density218/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans31.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$32,321
Per Capita$20,986
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$104M

Housing

F
Home Value$321,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain23.4 in/yr
Elevation2,831 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.1%
High School+96.8%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
CommuteN/A
Broadband17.0%
Libraries2

Is Moorefield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Moorefield receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Moorefield has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Moorefield is $32,321, 57% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Moorefield is $321,400, 14% above the national median. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.9x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Moorefield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.4 inches, including 30.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Moorefield has a population of 37 with a density of 218 people per square mile. The median age is 70.9 years, 82% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

37
Total Population
218
People / sq mi
70.9yrs
Median Age
82% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.2%
Female 56.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Moorefield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Moorefield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Moorefield is $32,321, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Moorefield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,321
57% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,986
Avg Weekly Wage$807
IRS Avg AGI$57,503

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)98
County GDP$104M

Business (County)

Restaurants5
Healthcare8
Retail12

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home11.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Moorefield is $321,400, 14% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$321,400
14% above 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-Occupied64.7%

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.2%
Premature Death8,825/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access60.8%
Healthcare Facilities8

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Moorefield has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.4 inches
39% below US avg
Snowfall30.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,831 ft (863 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density218/sq mi
Coordinates40.6899°N, 100.4003°W
County FIPS31063
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 72.9-point margin. 17.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86%
D 13.1%

Winner: Republican by 72.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.1%
52% below US avg
High School+96.8%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density218/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access17.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities8
Restaurants5
Retail Stores12

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home11.1%

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