Nebraska
Osceola is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 867. Residents earn $85,673 per year, which is 14% above the national average.
Based on current data, Osceola receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Osceola stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Osceola is $85,673, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 3.9% 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.
The median home value in Osceola is $143,800, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $611 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
19.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Osceola experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.8 inches, including 29.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
| English Only | 94.3% |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 5.7% |
| 57% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $85,673 |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $37,923 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $914 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $77,206 |
| Unemployment | 1.1% |
| 69% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 3.9% |
| 69% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 172 |
| County GDP | $467M |
| Restaurants | 6 |
| Healthcare | 9 |
| Retail | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,950 |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.05% |
| Commute Time | 15.3 min |
| Work from Home | 2.6% |
| Census Median | $143,800 |
| 49% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $182,638 |
| Census Median Rent | $611 |
| 47% below US avg |
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
| Owner-Occupied | 70.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,950 |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.05% |
| Obesity | 40.9% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.8% |
| Asthma | 9.6% |
| COPD | 5.7% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 22.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.7% |
| Depression | 18.8% |
| Mental Distress | 15.8% |
| Physical Distress | 11.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.0% |
| Premature Death | 7,162/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 29.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 9 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Annual Average | 50.5°F |
| 6% below US avg | |
| January Average | 24°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 28.8 inches |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 29.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,639 ft (500 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 942/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.1785°N, 97.5500°W |
| County FIPS | 31143 |
Winner: Republican by 63.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 19.5% |
| 42% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 95.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.81 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 942/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.9 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 9 |
| Restaurants | 6 |
| Retail Stores | 17 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Avg Commute | 15.3 min |
| Work from Home | 2.6% |