Otoe, NE

Nebraska

Otoe is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 228. Residents earn $36,548 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
228 Population 1,425/sq mi density
$36,548 Median Income $19,368 per capita
$39,200 Home Value $162,026 Zillow
$1,297 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$36,548 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$39,200 home value, $1,297/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,548
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $39,200
86% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.4%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,297
12% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 45.1%
264% higher than US avg

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

People

Population228
Median Age29.5 yrs
Density1,425/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

C+
Median Income$36,548
Per Capita$19,368
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty45.1%
County GDP$1,791M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$39,200
Rent$1,297
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$162,026

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.9%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain32.2 in/yr
Elevation1,132 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.4%
High School+96.0%
School Score5.63

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute29 min
Broadband89.0%
Libraries4

Is Otoe a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Otoe receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Otoe offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Otoe is $36,548, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. The poverty rate of 45.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Otoe is $39,200, 86% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,297 per month. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Otoe experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.2 inches, including 25.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Otoe has a population of 228 with a density of 1,425 people per square mile. The median age is 29.5 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.9%).

Population

228
Total Population
1,425
People / sq mi
29.5yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Otoe vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Otoe vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Otoe is $36,548, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 45.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Otoe vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,548
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,368
Avg Weekly Wage$1,020
IRS Avg AGI$77,878

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate45.1%
264% above US avg
Establishments (County)508
County GDP$1,791M

Business (County)

Restaurants42
Healthcare39
Retail70
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,100
46% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate13.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.9 min
Work from Home1.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Otoe is $39,200, 86% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,297 (12% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $162,026.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$39,200
86% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$162,026

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,297
12% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$713
1 Bedroom$783
2 Bedrooms$1,028
3 Bedrooms$1,371
4 Bedrooms$1,432

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,100
46% above US avg
Effective Rate13.01%
In Otoe, 40.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.9% report depression. 24.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma9.4%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.0%
Physical Inactivity24.7%
Depression18.9%
Mental Distress15.0%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.4%
Checkup Rate74.0%
Premature Death7,091/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access71.3%
Healthcare Facilities39

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Otoe has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.2 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall25.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,132 ft (345 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,425/sq mi
Coordinates40.7241°N, 96.1206°W
County FIPS31131
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38.9-point margin. 89.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.9%
D 30%

Winner: Republican by 38.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.4%
84% below US avg
High School+96.0%
School Test Score5.63
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,425/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities39
Restaurants42
Retail Stores70

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.9 min
Work from Home1.1%

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