Prague, NE

Nebraska · Metropolitan Area

Prague is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 366. Residents earn $92,857 per year, which is 24% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
366 Population 1,109/sq mi density
$92,857 Median Income $33,600 per capita
$95,500 Home Value $275,936 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$92,857 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,500 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $92,857
24% higher than US avg
Home Value $95,500
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.1%
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.2%
74% lower than US avg

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

People

Population366
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density1,109/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A+
Median Income$92,857
Per Capita$33,600
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty3.2%
County GDP$1,090M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$275,936

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.1%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain31.6 in/yr
Elevation1,340 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.1%
High School+94.4%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute33 min
Libraries6

Is Prague a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Prague 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. Prague stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Prague is $92,857, 24% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Prague is $95,500, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Prague experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.6 inches, including 34.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Prague has a population of 366 with a density of 1,109 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.7%).

Population

366
Total Population
1,109
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.4%
Female 45.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Prague vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Prague vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Prague is $92,857, which is 24% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Prague vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$92,857
24% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,600
Avg Weekly Wage$960
IRS Avg AGI$104,730

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.2%
74% below US avg
Establishments (County)656
County GDP$1,090M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare33
Retail72
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,137
75% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.3 min
Work from Home7.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Prague is $95,500, 66% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $275,936.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,500
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$275,936

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,137
75% above US avg
Effective Rate6.43%
In Prague, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.1% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma9.3%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.8%
Physical Inactivity22.8%
Depression18.1%
Mental Distress14.8%
Physical Distress10.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.2%
Checkup Rate72.8%
Premature Death6,667/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access61.5%
Healthcare Facilities33

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Prague has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.6 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall34.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,340 ft (408 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,109/sq mi
Coordinates41.3095°N, 96.8082°W
County FIPS31155
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.6%
D 26.2%

Winner: Republican by 46.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.1%
49% below US avg
High School+94.4%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,109/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants41
Retail Stores72

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.3 min
Work from Home7.6%

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