Richfield, NE

Nebraska · Metropolitan Area

Richfield is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 37.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
37 Population 25/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $35,276 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.5 / 5.0
44.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 44.0%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population37
Median Age28.6 yrs
Density25/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 70%
Veterans37.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$35,276
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$13,671M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain33.1 in/yr
Elevation1,242 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 44%
CommuteN/A
Broadband19.0%
Libraries7

Is Richfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Richfield receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Richfield stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

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%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Richfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Richfield has a population of 37 with a density of 25 people per square mile. The median age is 28.6 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.3%), with 29.7% Hispanic.

Population

37
Total Population
25
People / sq mi
28.6yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.9%
Female 54.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Richfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Richfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Richfield is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Richfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$35,276
Avg Weekly Wage$1,128
IRS Avg AGI$92,208

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,552
County GDP$13,671M

Business (County)

Restaurants325
Healthcare437
Retail432
Manufacturing102

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,845
96% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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)$6,845
96% above US avg

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death5,140/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access93.9%
Healthcare Facilities437

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Richfield has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average50.6°F
6% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.1 inches
13% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,242 ft (379 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density25/sq mi
Coordinates41.1108°N, 96.0763°W
County FIPS31153
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 44.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.7-point margin. 19.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.2%
D 43.5%

Winner: Republican by 11.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.0%
31% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.81
A+ Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density25/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access19.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities437
Restaurants325
Retail Stores432

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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