Odessa, NE

Nebraska

Odessa is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 116. Residents earn $36,875 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
116 Population 64/sq mi density
$36,875 Median Income $20,053 per capita
$126,400 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$36,875 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$126,400 home value
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,875
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $126,400
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.2%
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population116
Median Age56.6 yrs
Density64/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$36,875
Per Capita$20,053
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$4,461M

Housing

A+
Home Value$126,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.9%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain25.6 in/yr
Elevation2,216 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.2%
High School+96.6%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
CommuteN/A
Broadband57.0%
Libraries6

Is Odessa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Odessa receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Odessa offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Odessa is $36,875, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Odessa is $126,400, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Odessa experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.6 inches, including 21.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Odessa has a population of 116 with a density of 64 people per square mile. The median age is 56.6 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

116
Total Population
64
People / sq mi
56.6yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Odessa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only81.3%
4% above US avg
Spanish18.8%
40% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Odessa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Odessa is $36,875, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Odessa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,875
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,053
Avg Weekly Wage$1,000
IRS Avg AGI$81,682

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,879
County GDP$4,461M

Business (County)

Restaurants163
Healthcare217
Retail246
Manufacturing60

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,774
65% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.57%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Odessa is $126,400, 55% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$126,400
55% 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-Occupied82.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,774
65% above US avg
Effective Rate4.57%
In Odessa, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.9% report depression. 20.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.1%
16% above US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma9.1%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.4%
Physical Inactivity20.4%
Depression17.9%
Mental Distress14.3%
Physical Distress10.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.7%
Checkup Rate73.9%
Premature Death5,530/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access84.2%
Healthcare Facilities217

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Odessa has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.9°F
8% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.6 inches
33% below US avg
Snowfall21.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,216 ft (675 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density64/sq mi
Coordinates40.6991°N, 99.2544°W
County FIPS31019
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.9-point margin. 57.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.8%
D 26.9%

Winner: Republican by 44.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.2%
70% below US avg
High School+96.6%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density64/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access57.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities217
Restaurants163
Retail Stores246

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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