Preston, NE

Nebraska

Preston is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 24. Residents earn $71,042 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
24 Population 400/sq mi density
$71,042 Median Income $47,546 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$71,042 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,042
5% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.3%
58% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population24
Median Age56.3 yrs
Density400/mi²
Male / Female75% / 25%
Largest GroupWhite 54%
Veterans21.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,042
Per Capita$47,546
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$499M
Commute17 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain35.7 in/yr
Elevation939 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.3%
High School+76.2%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute17 min
Broadband15.0%
Libraries4

Is Preston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Preston receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Preston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Preston is $71,042, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Preston experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Preston has a population of 24 with a density of 400 people per square mile. The median age is 56.3 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (54.2%), with 41.7% Hispanic.

Population

24
Total Population
400
People / sq mi
56.3yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 75%
Female 25%

Race & Ethnicity

Preston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only52.6%
33% below US avg
Spanish47.4%
254% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Preston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Preston is $71,042, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Preston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,042
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$47,546
Avg Weekly Wage$831
IRS Avg AGI$67,104

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)298
County GDP$499M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare20
Retail34
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,629
25% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.0 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,629
25% below US avg

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.4%
Premature Death6,372/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access37.9%
Healthcare Facilities20

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Preston has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.7 inches
6% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation939 ft (286 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density400/sq mi
Coordinates40.0346°N, 95.5181°W
County FIPS31147
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.5-point margin. 15.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.1%
D 23.7%

Winner: Republican by 51.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.3%
58% below US avg
High School+76.2%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density400/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access15.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants19
Retail Stores34

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.0 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.0%

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