Prosser, NE

Nebraska

Prosser is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 95. Residents earn $56,319 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
95 Population 380/sq mi density
$56,319 Median Income $36,755 per capita
$87,200 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$56,319 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$87,200 home value
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,319
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $87,200
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.5%
11% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.5%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.2%
75% lower than US avg

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

People

Population95
Median Age61.9 yrs
Density380/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans80.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$56,319
Per Capita$36,755
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.2%
County GDP$2,661M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$87,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units56

Health

Obesity35.5%
Uninsured5.5%
Smoking11.1%
Depression17.9%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI32 (Good)
Rain25.7 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation2,042 ft (622 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.5%
High School+92.5%
Graduate+12.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute31 min
Broadband55.0%
Libraries2

Is Prosser a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Prosser receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Prosser stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Prosser is $56,319, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Prosser is $87,200, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Prosser experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.7 inches, including 24.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Prosser has a population of 95 with a density of 380 people per square mile. The median age is 61.9 years, 59% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

95
Total Population
380
People / sq mi
61.9yrs
Median Age
59% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.2%
Female 56.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Prosser vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Prosser vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Prosser is $56,319, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Prosser vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,319
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,755
Avg Weekly Wage$999
IRS Avg AGI$77,373

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.2%
75% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,051
County GDP$2,661M

Business (County)

Restaurants95
Healthcare119
Retail148
Manufacturing56

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,490
57% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.1 min
Drive Alone93.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Prosser is $87,200, 69% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$87,200
69% below US avg

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-Occupied98.2%
Housing Units56
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,490
57% above US avg
Effective Rate6.30%
In Prosser, 35.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.5% of residents lack health insurance. 11.1% are current smokers. 17.9% report depression. 18.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.5%
11% above US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma8.1%
COPD4.7%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.1%
21% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity18.8%
Depression17.9%
Mental Distress11.9%
Physical Distress9.3%
Short Sleep26.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.2%
Uninsured5.5%
36% below US avg
Checkup Rate67.1%
Dental Visits58.8%
Premature Death7,989/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access84.9%
Healthcare Facilities119
Prosser has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.7 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.7 inches
32% below US avg
Snowfall24.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,042 ft (622 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density380/sq mi
Coordinates40.6874°N, 98.5780°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS31001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 37.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.6-point margin. 55.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.2%
D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 41.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.5%
11% above US avg
High School+92.5%
Graduate Degree+12.0%
School Test Score5.81
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density380/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities119
Restaurants95
Retail Stores148

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.1 min
Drive Alone93.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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