Naper, NE

Nebraska

Naper is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 117. Residents earn $26,719 per year, which is 64% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
117 Population 836/sq mi density
$26,719 Median Income $18,038 per capita
$24,400 Home Value $245,195 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$26,719 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$24,400 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $26,719
64% lower than US avg
Home Value $24,400
91% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.1%
79% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.3%
49% lower than US avg

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

People

Population117
Median Age35.2 yrs
Density836/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 63%

Economy

B+
Median Income$26,719
Per Capita$18,038
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.3%
County GDP$53M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$24,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$245,195

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.2%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain27.1 in/yr
Elevation1,983 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.1%
High School+75.7%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 92% / D 8%
Commute20 min
Broadband71.0%
Libraries1

Is Naper a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Naper receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. 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. Naper offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Naper is $26,719, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Naper is $24,400, 91% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Naper experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.1 inches, including 41.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Naper has a population of 117 with a density of 836 people per square mile. The median age is 35.2 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (63.2%), with 33.3% Hispanic.

Population

117
Total Population
836
People / sq mi
35.2yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Naper vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Naper vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Naper is $26,719, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Naper vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,719
64% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,038
Avg Weekly Wage$647
IRS Avg AGI$36,768

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.3%
49% below US avg
Establishments (County)32
County GDP$53M

Business (County)

Retail3

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.8 min
Work from Home11.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Naper is $24,400, 91% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $245,195.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$24,400
91% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$245,195

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-Occupied89.4%

Property Tax

In Naper, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.2% report depression. 26.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure32.6%
Asthma9.1%
COPD6.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.5%
Physical Inactivity26.0%
Depression18.2%
Mental Distress15.9%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Checkup Rate72.5%

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Naper has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average46.7°F
14% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.1 inches
29% below US avg
Snowfall41.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,983 ft (604 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density836/sq mi
Coordinates42.9642°N, 99.0970°W
County FIPS31103
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 83.8-point margin. 71.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 91.9%
D 8.1%

Winner: Republican by 83.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.1%
79% below US avg
High School+75.7%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density836/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.0%
Public Libraries1
Retail Stores3

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.8 min
Work from Home11.1%

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