Ralston, NE
Full City Profile · Nebraska · Sarpy County County
Ralston, NE
At a Glance
How Ralston Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Ralston's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Ralston a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Ralston residents earn a median household income of $65,557 , which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,221. The unemployment rate stands at 2.2% (39% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 4,552 business establishments, including 325 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Ralston is $215,800 , 23% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $266,422. Median rent is $1,178/month, with 28.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1972.
Safety & Crime
Ralston reports 110 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 71% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,208/100K.
Education
27.0% of adults in Ralston hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below the national average). 88.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Ralston has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.