Ogallala, NE
Full City Profile · Nebraska · Keith County County
Ogallala, NE
At a Glance
How Ogallala Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Ogallala's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Ogallala a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Ogallala residents earn a median household income of $55,481 , which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,454. The unemployment rate stands at 2.6% (28% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 398 business establishments, including 44 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Ogallala is $135,500 , 52% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $228,040. Median rent is $738/month, with 27.7% 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 1965.
Safety & Crime
Ogallala reports 217 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 43% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,797/100K.
Education
23.9% of adults in Ogallala hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below the national average). 88.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Ogallala has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.5 inches.