Osceola, NE

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.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
867 Population 942/sq mi density
$85,673 Median Income $37,923 per capita
$143,800 Home Value $182,638 Zillow
$611 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$85,673 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$143,800 home value, $611/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,673
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $143,800
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.5%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $611
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.9%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population867
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density942/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

A+
Median Income$85,673
Per Capita$37,923
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty3.9%
County GDP$467M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$143,800
Rent$611
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$182,638

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.8%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain28.8 in/yr
Elevation1,639 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.5%
High School+95.5%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute15 min
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Osceola a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Osceola has a population of 867 with a density of 942 people per square mile. The median age is 41.1 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.2%), with 8.2% Hispanic.

Population

867
Total Population
942
People / sq mi
41.1yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.2%
Female 44.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Osceola vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.3%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.7%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Osceola vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Osceola is $85,673, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Osceola vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,673
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,923
Avg Weekly Wage$914
IRS Avg AGI$77,206

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.9%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)172
County GDP$467M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare9
Retail17
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,950
16% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.3 min
Work from Home2.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Osceola is $143,800, 49% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $611 (47% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $182,638.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$143,800
49% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$182,638

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$611
47% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$706
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$1,001
3 Bedrooms$1,274
4 Bedrooms$1,409

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,950
16% below US avg
Effective Rate2.05%
In Osceola, 40.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.8% report depression. 25.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.9%
27% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma9.6%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.8%
Physical Inactivity25.7%
Depression18.8%
Mental Distress15.8%
Physical Distress11.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.9%
Checkup Rate71.0%
Premature Death7,162/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access29.3%
Healthcare Facilities9

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Osceola has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.8 inches
24% below US avg
Snowfall29.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,639 ft (500 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density942/sq mi
Coordinates41.1785°N, 97.5500°W
County FIPS31143
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 19.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.5%
D 17.8%

Winner: Republican by 63.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.5%
42% below US avg
High School+95.5%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density942/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants6
Retail Stores17

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.3 min
Work from Home2.6%

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