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Nemaha, NE

Nebraska

Nemaha is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 94. Residents earn $51,875 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
94 Population 313/sq mi density
$51,875 Median Income $36,516 per capita
$56,700 Home Value
$883 Median Rent 12.5% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$51,875 median income, 8.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$56,700 home value, $883/mo rent
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,875
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $56,700
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.6%
9% higher than US avg
Median Rent $883
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.2%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.5%
136% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.5%
7% lower than US avg

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

People

Population94
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density313/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans74.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$51,875
Per Capita$36,516
Unemployment8.5%
Poverty11.5%
County GDP$1,065M
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$56,700
Rent$883
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units82
Rent Burden12.5%

Health

Obesity41.2%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking14.2%
Depression18.7%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI32 (Good)
Rain32.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation917 ft (280 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.6%
High School+91.5%
Graduate+6.8%
School Score6.55

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute39 min
Broadband51.0%
Libraries1

Is Nemaha a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nemaha receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, long commute times. Nemaha offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nemaha is $51,875, 31% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.5%, unemployment is notably high. 11.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nemaha is $56,700, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $883 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.6/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Nemaha experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.3 inches, including 30.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Nemaha has a population of 94 with a density of 313 people per square mile. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.8%), with 3.2% Hispanic.

Population

94
Total Population
313
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.6%
Female 40.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Nemaha vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Nemaha vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nemaha is $51,875, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Nemaha vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,875
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,516
Avg Weekly Wage$1,297
IRS Avg AGI$77,953

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.5%
136% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.5%
7% below US avg
Establishments (County)221
County GDP$1,065M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare20
Retail24
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,475
1% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.8 min
Drive Alone97.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Nemaha is $56,700, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $883 (24% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$56,700
80% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$883
24% below US avg
Rent Burden12.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$666
1 Bedroom$732
2 Bedrooms$961
3 Bedrooms$1,337
4 Bedrooms$1,444

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.2%
Housing Units82
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,475
1% below US avg
Effective Rate6.13%
In Nemaha, 41.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 14.2% are current smokers. 18.7% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.2%
28% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma9.3%
COPD5.8%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.2%
1% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.6%
Physical Inactivity25.6%
Depression18.7%
Mental Distress15.0%
Physical Distress11.2%
Short Sleep30.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.0%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Checkup Rate73.1%
Dental Visits67.8%
Premature Death9,244/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access58.2%
Healthcare Facilities20
Nemaha has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.3 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall30.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation917 ft (280 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density313/sq mi
Coordinates40.3388°N, 95.6760°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS31127
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 36.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.7-point margin. 51.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.5%
D 26.8%

Winner: Republican by 44.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.6%
9% above US avg
High School+91.5%
Graduate Degree+6.8%
School Test Score6.55
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density313/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access51.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants18
Retail Stores24

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.8 min
Drive Alone97.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.6%

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