Oak, NE

Nebraska

Oak is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 57. Residents earn $43,125 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
57 Population 380/sq mi density
$43,125 Median Income $18,614 per capita
$15,600 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$43,125 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$15,600 home value
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
39.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,125
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $15,600
94% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 33.3%
169% higher than US avg

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

People

Population57
Median Age38.9 yrs
Density380/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans38.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$43,125
Per Capita$18,614
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty33.3%
County GDP$536M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$15,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain31.1 in/yr
Elevation1,586 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.2%
High School+94.1%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute14 min
Broadband10.0%
Libraries5

Is Oak a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oak receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Oak offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oak is $43,125, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 33.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oak is $15,600, 94% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Oak experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.1 inches, including 23.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Oak has a population of 57 with a density of 380 people per square mile. The median age is 38.9 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

57
Total Population
380
People / sq mi
38.9yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Oak vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Oak vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oak is $43,125, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 33.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Oak vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,125
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,614
Avg Weekly Wage$982
IRS Avg AGI$76,884

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate33.3%
169% above US avg
Establishments (County)262
County GDP$536M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare10
Retail31
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,850
19% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate18.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.5 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Oak is $15,600, 94% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$15,600
94% below US avg

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,850
19% below US avg
Effective Rate18.27%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate44.2%
Premature Death6,893/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access33.9%
Healthcare Facilities10

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Oak has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.1 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall23.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,586 ft (483 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density380/sq mi
Coordinates40.2382°N, 97.9036°W
County FIPS31169
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 39.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.8-point margin. 10.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.9%
D 19.1%

Winner: Republican by 60.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.2%
16% above US avg
High School+94.1%
School Test Score5.81
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density380/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access10.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants14
Retail Stores31

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.5 min
Work from Home0.0%

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