Mullen, NE

Nebraska

Mullen is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 419. Residents earn $45,610 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
419 Population 1,022/sq mi density
$45,610 Median Income $34,332 per capita
$81,900 Home Value $119,255 Zillow
$569 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$45,610 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$81,900 home value, $569/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,610
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $81,900
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.6%
21% lower than US avg
Median Rent $569
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.7%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population419
Median Age43.4 yrs
Density1,022/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

B+
Median Income$45,610
Per Capita$34,332
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$485M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$81,900
Rent$569
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$119,255

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.6%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain24.3 in/yr
Elevation3,207 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.6%
High School+94.1%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 11%
Commute21 min
Libraries2

Is Mullen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mullen receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Mullen stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mullen is $45,610, 39% 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%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mullen is $81,900, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $569 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Mullen experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.3 inches, including 41.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Mullen has a population of 419 with a density of 1,022 people per square mile. The median age is 43.4 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.4%).

Population

419
Total Population
1,022
People / sq mi
43.4yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42%
Female 58%

Race & Ethnicity

Mullen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Mullen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mullen is $45,610, which is 39% 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. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Mullen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,610
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,332
Avg Weekly Wage$795
IRS Avg AGI$58,223

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)294
County GDP$485M

Business (County)

Restaurants27
Healthcare15
Retail38
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,133
39% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.4 min
Work from Home9.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Mullen is $81,900, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $569 (51% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $119,255.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,900
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$119,255

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$569
51% 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-Occupied64.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,133
39% below US avg
Effective Rate2.60%
In Mullen, 40.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.6% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.7%
27% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.0%
Physical Inactivity26.3%
Depression19.6%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Checkup Rate72.8%
Premature Death9,393/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access66.5%
Healthcare Facilities15

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Mullen has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.5°F
10% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.3 inches
36% below US avg
Snowfall41.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,207 ft (977 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density1,022/sq mi
Coordinates42.0430°N, 101.0446°W
County FIPS31031
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 26.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 76.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87.6%
D 11.4%

Winner: Republican by 76.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.6%
21% below US avg
High School+94.1%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,022/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants27
Retail Stores38

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.4 min
Work from Home9.6%

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