Murdock, NE

Nebraska · Metropolitan Area

Murdock is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 235. Residents earn $76,250 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
235 Population 1,679/sq mi density
$76,250 Median Income $36,354 per capita
$178,600 Home Value $311,515 Zillow
$950 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$76,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$178,600 home value, $950/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
26.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,250
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $178,600
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.9%
20% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population235
Median Age47.1 yrs
Density1,679/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

A+
Median Income$76,250
Per Capita$36,354
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,148M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$178,600
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$311,515

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.0%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain33.6 in/yr
Elevation1,285 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.9%
High School+93.7%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute27 min
Libraries6

Is Murdock a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Murdock receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Murdock stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Murdock is $76,250, roughly in line with 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 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Murdock is $178,600, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Murdock experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.6 inches, including 32.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Murdock has a population of 235 with a density of 1,679 people per square mile. The median age is 47.1 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.9%).

Population

235
Total Population
1,679
People / sq mi
47.1yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Murdock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.2%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.8%
64% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Murdock vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Murdock is $76,250, which is 1% above 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 27 minutes.

Income: Murdock vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,250
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,354
Avg Weekly Wage$990
IRS Avg AGI$86,572

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)706
County GDP$1,148M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare37
Retail58
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,832
67% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.2 min
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Murdock is $178,600, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $311,515.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$178,600
37% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$311,515

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% 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-Occupied83.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,832
67% above US avg
Effective Rate3.27%
In Murdock, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.0% report depression. 21.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.1%
19% above US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure28.1%
Asthma9.1%
COPD4.5%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.5%
Physical Inactivity21.2%
Depression19.0%
Mental Distress13.9%
Physical Distress9.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.7%
Checkup Rate75.4%
Premature Death7,015/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access59.0%
Healthcare Facilities37

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Murdock has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.6 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall32.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,285 ft (392 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,679/sq mi
Coordinates40.9261°N, 96.2811°W
County FIPS31025
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 26.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.8%
D 30.6%

Winner: Republican by 37.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.9%
20% below US avg
High School+93.7%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,679/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants41
Retail Stores58

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.2 min
Work from Home6.7%

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