Republican City, NE

Nebraska

Republican City is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 116. Residents earn $56,875 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
116 Population 352/sq mi density
$56,875 Median Income $38,520 per capita
$157,100 Home Value $138,825 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$56,875 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$157,100 home value
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,875
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $157,100
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.7%
80% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.5%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.2%
23% higher than US avg

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

People

Population116
Median Age64.0 yrs
Density352/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,875
Per Capita$38,520
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty15.2%
County GDP$267M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$157,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$138,825

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.5%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain24.7 in/yr
Elevation2,025 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.7%
High School+93.3%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 16%
Commute36 min
Broadband65.0%
Libraries2

Is Republican City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Republican City receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Republican City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Republican City is $56,875, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 15.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Republican City is $157,100, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Republican City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.7 inches, including 15.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Republican City has a population of 116 with a density of 352 people per square mile. The median age is 64.0 years, 65% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.1%).

Population

116
Total Population
352
People / sq mi
64.0yrs
Median Age
65% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.4%
Female 46.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Republican City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Republican City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Republican City is $56,875, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Republican City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,875
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,520
Avg Weekly Wage$869
IRS Avg AGI$71,154

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.2%
23% above US avg
Establishments (County)128
County GDP$267M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare9
Retail17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,500
29% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.3 min
Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Republican City is $157,100, 44% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $138,825.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$157,100
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$138,825

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-Occupied95.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,500
29% above US avg
Effective Rate2.86%
In Republican City, 35.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.5% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Republican City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.5%
11% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma9.3%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.0%
Physical Inactivity26.3%
Depression18.5%
Mental Distress15.4%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.2%
Checkup Rate72.5%
Premature Death8,062/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access47.2%
Healthcare Facilities9

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Republican City has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.7 inches
35% below US avg
Snowfall15.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,025 ft (617 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density352/sq mi
Coordinates40.0987°N, 99.2223°W
County FIPS31083
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68-point margin. 65.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.6%
D 15.5%

Winner: Republican by 68 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.7%
80% below US avg
High School+93.3%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density352/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access65.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants10
Retail Stores17

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.3 min
Work from Home3.4%

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