North Platte, NE
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North Platte, NE
At a Glance
How North Platte Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows North Platte's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is North Platte a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
North Platte residents earn a median household income of $57,805 , which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,989. The unemployment rate stands at 3.3% (8% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,126 business establishments, including 98 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in North Platte is $159,500 , 43% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $219,736. Median rent is $882/month, with 28.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1970.
Safety & Crime
North Platte reports 148 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 61% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,618/100K.
Education
18.2% of adults in North Platte hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below the national average). 92.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
North Platte has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.1 inches.