Octavia, NE

Nebraska

Octavia is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 166. Residents earn $65,417 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
166 Population 1,038/sq mi density
$65,417 Median Income $24,962 per capita
$112,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$65,417 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$112,500 home value
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,417
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $112,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.2%
64% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.3%
7% higher than US avg

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

People

Population166
Median Age35.6 yrs
Density1,038/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 55%

Economy

B+
Median Income$65,417
Per Capita$24,962
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty13.3%
County GDP$584M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$112,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression15.8%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain30.4 in/yr
Elevation1,410 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.2%
High School+69.4%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute21 min
Broadband61.0%
Libraries4

Is Octavia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Octavia receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Octavia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Octavia is $65,417, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 13.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Octavia is $112,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Octavia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.4 inches, including 31.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Octavia has a population of 166 with a density of 1,038 people per square mile. The median age is 35.6 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (54.8%), with 21.7% Hispanic.

Population

166
Total Population
1,038
People / sq mi
35.6yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.8%
Female 48.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Octavia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only70.3%
10% below US avg
Spanish29.7%
122% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Octavia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Octavia is $65,417, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Octavia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,417
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,962
Avg Weekly Wage$1,045
IRS Avg AGI$71,729

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.3%
7% above US avg
Establishments (County)276
County GDP$584M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare15
Retail27
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,240
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.4 min
Work from Home22.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Octavia is $112,500, 60% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,500
60% 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-Occupied81.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,240
7% below US avg
Effective Rate2.88%
In Octavia, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.8% report depression. 27.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma8.7%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.0%
Physical Inactivity27.8%
Depression15.8%
Mental Distress14.2%
Physical Distress11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.1%
Checkup Rate72.5%
Premature Death5,602/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access45.8%
Healthcare Facilities15

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Octavia has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.3°F
9% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.4 inches
20% below US avg
Snowfall31.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,410 ft (430 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,038/sq mi
Coordinates41.3474°N, 97.0590°W
County FIPS31023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 59.7-point margin. 61.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.4%
D 19.8%

Winner: Republican by 59.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.2%
64% below US avg
High School+69.4%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,038/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access61.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants16
Retail Stores27

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.4 min
Work from Home22.1%

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