Pleasant Dale, NE

Nebraska · Metropolitan Area

Pleasant Dale is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 244. Residents earn $64,676 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
244 Population 2,218/sq mi density
$64,676 Median Income $33,018 per capita
$176,800 Home Value $465,611 Zillow
$769 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$64,676 median income, 7.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$176,800 home value, $769/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,676
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $176,800
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.8%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $769
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.2%
100% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.3%
7% higher than US avg

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

People

Population244
Median Age34.9 yrs
Density2,218/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B
Median Income$64,676
Per Capita$33,018
Unemployment7.2%
Poverty13.3%
County GDP$28,815M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$176,800
Rent$769
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$465,611

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.1%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain29.5 in/yr
Elevation1,322 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.8%
High School+98.9%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 51%
Commute19 min
Libraries9

Is Pleasant Dale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pleasant Dale receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Pleasant Dale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pleasant Dale is $64,676, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pleasant Dale is $176,800, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $769 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Pleasant Dale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Pleasant Dale has a population of 244 with a density of 2,218 people per square mile. The median age is 34.9 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

244
Total Population
2,218
People / sq mi
34.9yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.2%
Female 41.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Pleasant Dale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pleasant Dale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pleasant Dale is $64,676, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Pleasant Dale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,676
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,018
Avg Weekly Wage$1,141
IRS Avg AGI$85,036

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.2%
100% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.3%
7% above US avg
Establishments (County)9,853
County GDP$28,815M

Business (County)

Restaurants794
Healthcare1,148
Retail989
Manufacturing246

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,896
97% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.3 min
Work from Home5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Pleasant Dale is $176,800, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $769 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $465,611.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$176,800
37% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$465,611

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$769
34% 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-Occupied74.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,896
97% above US avg
Effective Rate3.90%
In Pleasant Dale, 36.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.1% report depression. 23.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Pleasant Dale vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma9.1%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.2%
Physical Inactivity23.5%
Depression19.1%
Mental Distress14.8%
Physical Distress11.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Checkup Rate71.6%
Premature Death6,252/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access95.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,148

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Safety Score

Pleasant Dale has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.5 inches
22% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,322 ft (403 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density2,218/sq mi
Coordinates40.7912°N, 96.9330°W
County FIPS31109
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 4.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.1%
D 51.4%

Winner: Democrat by 4.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.8%
62% below US avg
High School+98.9%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,218/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities1,148
Restaurants794
Retail Stores989

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.3 min
Work from Home5.3%

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