Palmyra, NE

Nebraska

Palmyra is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 642. Residents earn $81,458 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
642 Population 1,888/sq mi density
$81,458 Median Income $36,292 per capita
$160,900 Home Value $327,716 Zillow
$1,143 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$81,458 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$160,900 home value, $1,143/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,458
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $160,900
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.1%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,143
2% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.9%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population642
Median Age31.7 yrs
Density1,888/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

A+
Median Income$81,458
Per Capita$36,292
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty3.9%
County GDP$1,791M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$160,900
Rent$1,143
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$327,716

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.6%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain32.2 in/yr
Elevation1,201 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.1%
High School+94.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute30 min
Libraries4

Is Palmyra a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Palmyra receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Palmyra offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Palmyra is $81,458, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Palmyra is $160,900, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,143 per month. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Palmyra 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.

Palmyra has a population of 642 with a density of 1,888 people per square mile. The median age is 31.7 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.9%).

Population

642
Total Population
1,888
People / sq mi
31.7yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53%
Female 47%

Race & Ethnicity

Palmyra vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.1%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.9%
26% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Palmyra vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Palmyra is $81,458, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Palmyra vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,458
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,292
Avg Weekly Wage$1,020
IRS Avg AGI$77,878

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.9%
69% below 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 Rate3.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.3 min
Work from Home10.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Palmyra is $160,900, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,143 (2% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $327,716.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$160,900
43% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$327,716

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,143
2% 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-Occupied92.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,100
46% above US avg
Effective Rate3.17%
In Palmyra, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.6% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma9.2%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.3%
Physical Inactivity22.4%
Depression18.6%
Mental Distress14.6%
Physical Distress10.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.8%
Checkup Rate74.3%
Premature Death7,091/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Palmyra 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

Elevation1,201 ft (366 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,888/sq mi
Coordinates40.7057°N, 96.3921°W
County FIPS31131
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.9%
D 30%

Winner: Republican by 38.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.1%
70% below US avg
High School+94.0%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,888/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities39
Restaurants42
Retail Stores70

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.3 min
Work from Home10.6%

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