Obert, NE

Nebraska

Obert is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 17. Residents earn $55,313 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
17 Population 243/sq mi density
$55,313 Median Income $22,947 per capita
48°F Avg Temperature 291 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$55,313 median income, 5.9% unemployment
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,313
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.9%
53% lower than US avg

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

People

Population17
Median Age70.5 yrs
Density243/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans17.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,313
Per Capita$22,947
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty5.9%
County GDP$562M
Commute15 min

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI32 (Good)
Rain29.6 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation1,350 ft (411 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+94.1%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 14%
Commute15 min
Broadband9.0%
Libraries3

Is Obert a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Obert receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Obert stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Obert is $55,313, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Obert experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 291 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.6 inches, including 35.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Obert has a population of 17 with a density of 243 people per square mile. The median age is 70.5 years, 81% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

17
Total Population
243
People / sq mi
70.5yrs
Median Age
81% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Obert vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Obert vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Obert is $55,313, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Obert vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,313
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,947
Avg Weekly Wage$857
IRS Avg AGI$77,007

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.9%
53% below US avg
Establishments (County)342
County GDP$562M

Business (County)

Restaurants17
Healthcare18
Retail52
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,860
18% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Obert has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.6 inches. The area enjoys 291 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.9°F
11% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.6 inches
22% below US avg
Snowfall35.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,350 ft (411 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density243/sq mi
Coordinates42.6895°N, 97.0272°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS31027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70-point margin. 9.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.3%
D 14.3%

Winner: Republican by 70 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+94.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.81
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density243/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access9.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants17
Retail Stores52

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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