Richland, NE — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $40,625

46% lower than US avg

Home Value $112,500

60% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 4.3%

87% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 27.6%

14% lower than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population68

Median Age45.5 yrs

Density324/mi²

Male / Female54% / 46%

Largest GroupWhite 87%

Veterans50.0%

Economy

B+

Median Income$40,625

Per Capita$24,399

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$1,023M

Commute14 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$112,500

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units37

Rent Burden18.6%

Health

Obesity27.6%

Uninsured7.3%

Smoking10.3%

Depression13.7%

Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)

AQI32 (Good)

Rain28.7 in/yr

Sunny Days308/yr

Elevation1,398 ft (426 m)

Education

Bachelor's+4.3%

High School+80.9%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.37

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%

Commute14 min

Broadband30.0%

Libraries4

Is Richland a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Richland is $40,625, 46% below the national average of $75,149. 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%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Richland is $112,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Richland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 23°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 28.7 inches, including 25.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Richland has a population of 68 with a density of 324 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age is 45.5 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 45.6% female and 54.4% male. The city is predominantly White (86.8%), with 10.3% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 83.7% of residents, while 16.3% speak Spanish. 50.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 12.0% of residents have a disability. 78.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

Total Population

324

People / sq mi

45.5yrs

Median Age

17% above US avg

0.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.4%

Female 45.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Richland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	83.7%
	7% above US avg
Spanish	16.3%
	22% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Richland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Richland is $40,625, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,399 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,033, 28% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 312 business establishments, including 19 restaurants. The cost of living index is 90.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Richland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$40,625
	46% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$24,399
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,033
IRS Avg AGI	$63,571

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	312
County GDP	$1,023M

Business (County)

Restaurants	19
Healthcare	15
Retail	41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,514
	0% below US avg
Cost of Living	90.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	14.4 min
Drive Alone	87.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Richland is $112,500, 60% below the national median of $281,900. Fair market rent ranges from $791 for a one-bedroom to $1,001 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 37 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1963. The average annual property tax is $3,514. 18.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$112,500
	60% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	18.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$706
1 Bedroom	$791
2 Bedrooms	$1,001
3 Bedrooms	$1,274
4 Bedrooms	$1,409

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	73.3%
Renter-Occupied	26.7%
Housing Units	37
Median Year Built	1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,514
	0% below US avg
Effective Rate	3.12%

In Richland, 27.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.6% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.5% of residents, below the national average. 22.5% have high blood pressure. 10.3% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 16.9% report binge drinking. 19.8% are physically inactive, below the national average. 13.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average). 11.6% experience frequent mental distress. 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. The dentist ratio is 1:5,222. 77.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.9 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	27.6%
	14% below US avg
Diabetes	7.6%
Heart Disease	4.5%
High Blood Pressure	22.5%
Asthma	7.3%
COPD	5.0%
Cancer	6.5%
Stroke	2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	10.3%
	26% below US avg
Binge Drinking	16.9%
Physical Inactivity	19.8%
Depression	13.7%
Mental Distress	11.6%
Physical Distress	9.3%
Short Sleep	24.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	78.0%
Uninsured	7.3%
	15% below US avg
Dentists	1:5,222
Mental Health	1:5,283
Checkup Rate	57.7%
Dental Visits	52.3%
Premature Death	4,195/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.9/10
Exercise Access	77.0%
Healthcare Facilities	15

Richland experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 308 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 28.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 25.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32. The city sits at an elevation of 1,398 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	50.5°F
	6% below US avg
January Average	23°F (-5°C)
July Average	76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	28.7 inches
	25% below US avg
Snowfall	25.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	32.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,398 ft (426 m)
Area	0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density	324/sq mi
Coordinates	41.4369°N, 97.2149°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Colfax County County
County FIPS	31037

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	23°F (-5°C)	0.5 in	Coldest, Driest
February	28°F (-2°C)	0.8 in
March	38°F (3°C)	2.0 in
April	51°F (10°C)	2.6 in
May	62°F (17°C)	4.3 in
June	72°F (22°C)	4.4 in	Wettest
July	76°F (25°C)	3.1 in	Warmest
August	74°F (23°C)	3.4 in
September	65°F (18°C)	3.1 in
October	53°F (11°C)	2.1 in
November	37°F (3°C)	1.3 in
December	26°F (-4°C)	0.8 in

Richland has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F — from 23°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.4") and January the driest (0.5").

Richland is located in Colfax County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, a smaller urban community. 4.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 87% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.9% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 75% of the vote, a 50.9-point margin. 30.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 15 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 87.9% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75%

D 24%

Winner: Republican by 50.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	4.3%
	87% below US avg
High School+	80.9%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.37

F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density	324/sq mi
Total Area	0.2 sq mi
County	Colfax County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	30.0%
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	15
Restaurants	19
Retail Stores	41

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	14.4 min
Drive Alone	87.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Richland

What is the population of Richland?

Richland has a population of 68 residents and is located in Nebraska. The population density is 324 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 45.6% female and 54.4% male.

Is Richland expensive to live in?

Richland is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.1 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $40,625, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $112,500 (60% below the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Richland?

Richland has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.7 inches, with 25.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 32.

How is the job market in Richland?

The job market in Richland is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,033. There are 312 business establishments in the area, including 19 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 14 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Richland?

The median home value in Richland is $112,500. The average annual property tax is $3,514.

How are the schools in Richland?

Schools in Richland score 5.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 4.3% of adults in Richland hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.9% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Richland?

The obesity rate in Richland is 27.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 10.3% of adults are smokers. 19.8% are physically inactive. 13.7% of residents report depression. 7.3% lack health insurance. 77.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities.

What is transportation like in Richland?

The average commute in Richland is 14 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 87.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Richland?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Richland is 86.8% White, 10.3% Hispanic or Latino. 83.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 16.3% speak Spanish. 50.0% of the population are military veterans. 12.0% of residents have a disability. 78.0% have health insurance coverage.

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