Morse Bluff, NE

Nebraska

Morse Bluff is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 83. Residents earn $70,625 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
83 Population 461/sq mi density
$70,625 Median Income $40,678 per capita
$110,400 Home Value $386,825 Zillow
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$70,625 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,400 home value
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,625
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,400
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.8%
59% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.0%
51% lower than US avg

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

People

Population83
Median Age58.8 yrs
Density461/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans73.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,625
Per Capita$40,678
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.0%
County GDP$3,064M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$386,825
Housing Units44

Health

Obesity39.5%
Uninsured7.9%
Smoking14.0%
Depression17.9%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI32 (Good)
Rain31.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,290 ft (393 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.8%
High School+96.9%
Graduate+12.9%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute34 min
Broadband46.0%
Libraries6

Is Morse Bluff a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Morse Bluff receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Morse Bluff offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Morse Bluff is $70,625, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Morse Bluff is $110,400, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Morse Bluff experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.6 inches, including 34.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Morse Bluff has a population of 83 with a density of 461 people per square mile. The median age is 58.8 years, 51% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

83
Total Population
461
People / sq mi
58.8yrs
Median Age
51% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.6%
Female 43.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Morse Bluff vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Morse Bluff vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Morse Bluff is $70,625, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Morse Bluff vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,625
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,678
Avg Weekly Wage$1,044
IRS Avg AGI$68,210

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
51% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,109
County GDP$3,064M

Business (County)

Restaurants95
Healthcare120
Retail142
Manufacturing52

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,834
67% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.9 min
Drive Alone80.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Morse Bluff is $110,400, 61% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $386,825.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,400
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$386,825

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-Occupied84.8%
Housing Units44
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,834
67% above US avg
Effective Rate5.28%
In Morse Bluff, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.9% of residents lack health insurance. 14.0% are current smokers. 17.9% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Morse Bluff vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma9.3%
COPD5.4%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.0%
0% below US avg
Binge Drinking23.9%
Physical Inactivity22.8%
Depression17.9%
Mental Distress14.8%
Physical Distress10.7%
Short Sleep28.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.3%
Uninsured7.9%
8% below US avg
Checkup Rate72.6%
Dental Visits65.7%
Premature Death8,617/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access88.1%
Healthcare Facilities120
Morse Bluff has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.6 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall34.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,290 ft (393 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density461/sq mi
Coordinates41.4309°N, 96.7665°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS31053
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.6-point margin. 46.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.7%
D 33.1%

Winner: Republican by 32.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.8%
59% below US avg
High School+96.9%
Graduate Degree+12.9%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density461/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access46.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities120
Restaurants95
Retail Stores142

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.9 min
Drive Alone80.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.7%

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