Rising City, NE

Nebraska

Rising City is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 270. Residents earn $74,375 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
270 Population 750/sq mi density
$74,375 Median Income $38,327 per capita
$110,000 Home Value $239,980 Zillow
$567 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$74,375 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,000 home value, $567/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,375
1% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,000
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.7%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $567
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.0%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population270
Median Age51.3 yrs
Density750/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

A
Median Income$74,375
Per Capita$38,327
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty6.0%
County GDP$584M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,000
Rent$567
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$239,980

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.4%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain28.3 in/yr
Elevation1,589 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.7%
High School+95.9%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute25 min
Libraries4

Is Rising City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rising City 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. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Rising City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rising City is $74,375, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rising City is $110,000, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $567 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Rising City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.3 inches, including 24.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Rising City has a population of 270 with a density of 750 people per square mile. The median age is 51.3 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.9%).

Population

270
Total Population
750
People / sq mi
51.3yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.8%
Female 45.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Rising City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.7%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.3%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rising City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rising City is $74,375, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Rising City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,375
1% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,327
Avg Weekly Wage$1,045
IRS Avg AGI$71,729

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)276
County GDP$584M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare15
Retail27
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,240
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.8 min
Work from Home12.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Rising City is $110,000, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $567 (51% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $239,980.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,000
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$239,980

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$567
51% 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-Occupied86.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,240
7% below US avg
Effective Rate2.95%
In Rising City, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.4% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma9.3%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.1%
Physical Inactivity25.9%
Depression17.4%
Mental Distress15.2%
Physical Distress11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.8%
Checkup Rate72.2%
Premature Death5,602/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access45.8%
Healthcare Facilities15

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Rising City has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.8°F
8% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.3 inches
26% below US avg
Snowfall24.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,589 ft (484 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density750/sq mi
Coordinates41.1981°N, 97.2971°W
County FIPS31023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 59.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.4%
D 19.8%

Winner: Republican by 59.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.7%
68% below US avg
High School+95.9%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density750/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants16
Retail Stores27

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.8 min
Work from Home12.5%

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