Osmond, NE

Nebraska

Osmond is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 681. Residents earn $69,659 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
681 Population 851/sq mi density
$69,659 Median Income $36,538 per capita
$127,500 Home Value $152,296 Zillow
$683 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$69,659 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$127,500 home value, $683/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,659
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $127,500
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.6%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent $683
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.3%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.4%
8% lower than US avg

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

People

Population681
Median Age49.6 yrs
Density851/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,659
Per Capita$36,538
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.4%
County GDP$738M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$127,500
Rent$683
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$152,296

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.9%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain27.5 in/yr
Elevation1,653 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.6%
High School+98.3%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 11%
Commute21 min
Libraries3

Is Osmond a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Osmond receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Osmond offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Osmond is $69,659, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.4% 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 Osmond is $127,500, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $683 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Osmond experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Osmond has a population of 681 with a density of 851 people per square mile. The median age is 49.6 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

681
Total Population
851
People / sq mi
49.6yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Osmond vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Osmond vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Osmond is $69,659, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Osmond vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,659
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,538
Avg Weekly Wage$919
IRS Avg AGI$80,902

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.4%
8% below US avg
Establishments (County)244
County GDP$738M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare20
Retail32
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,155
19% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.7 min
Work from Home9.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Osmond is $127,500, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $683 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $152,296.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$127,500
55% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$152,296

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$683
41% 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-Occupied83.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,155
19% above US avg
Effective Rate3.26%
In Osmond, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.9% report depression. 27.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.3%
26% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma9.6%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.7%
Physical Inactivity27.1%
Depression18.9%
Mental Distress16.0%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.7%
Checkup Rate72.9%
Premature Death7,469/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access70.1%
Healthcare Facilities20

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Osmond has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.5 inches
28% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,653 ft (504 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density851/sq mi
Coordinates42.3582°N, 97.5991°W
County FIPS31139
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 20.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 76.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87.8%
D 11.4%

Winner: Republican by 76.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.6%
39% below US avg
High School+98.3%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density851/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants14
Retail Stores32

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.7 min
Work from Home9.9%

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