Red Cloud, NE

Nebraska

Red Cloud is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 991. Residents earn $50,536 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
991 Population 962/sq mi density
$50,536 Median Income $28,512 per capita
$64,800 Home Value $100,030 Zillow
$549 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$50,536 median income, 0.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$64,800 home value, $549/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,536
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $64,800
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.4%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $549
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.2%
34% lower than US avg

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

People

Population991
Median Age45.8 yrs
Density962/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,536
Per Capita$28,512
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty8.2%
County GDP$364M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$64,800
Rent$549
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$100,030

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.9%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain25.5 in/yr
Elevation1,717 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.4%
High School+93.6%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute14 min
Libraries3

Is Red Cloud a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Red Cloud receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Red Cloud offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Red Cloud is $50,536, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Red Cloud is $64,800, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $549 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Red Cloud experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.5 inches, including 18.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Red Cloud has a population of 991 with a density of 962 people per square mile. The median age is 45.8 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.7%), with 6.5% Hispanic.

Population

991
Total Population
962
People / sq mi
45.8yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Red Cloud vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.9%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.1%
77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Red Cloud vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Red Cloud is $50,536, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Red Cloud vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,536
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,512
Avg Weekly Wage$823
IRS Avg AGI$65,309

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.2%
34% below US avg
Establishments (County)128
County GDP$364M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare11
Retail18

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.9 min
Work from Home2.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Red Cloud is $64,800, 77% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $549 (53% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $100,030.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$64,800
77% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$100,030

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$549
53% 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-Occupied71.8%

Property Tax

In Red Cloud, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.9% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Red Cloud vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity26.3%
Depression19.9%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Checkup Rate72.1%
Premature Death7,189/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access63.0%
Healthcare Facilities11

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Red Cloud has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.5 inches
33% below US avg
Snowfall18.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,717 ft (523 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density962/sq mi
Coordinates40.0864°N, 98.5222°W
County FIPS31181
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.2%
D 16.8%

Winner: Republican by 65.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.4%
54% below US avg
High School+93.6%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density962/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants6
Retail Stores18

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.9 min
Work from Home2.8%

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