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Riverton, NE

Nebraska

Riverton is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 93. Residents earn $44,792 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
93 Population 238/sq mi density
$44,792 Median Income $50,328 per capita
$908 Median Rent 18.8% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$44,792 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$908/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,792
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.2%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $908
22% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.4%
24% higher than US avg

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

People

Population93
Median Age36.7 yrs
Density238/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans78.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$44,792
Per Capita$50,328
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty15.4%
County GDP$125M
Commute13 min

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$908
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units39
Rent Burden18.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI32 (Good)
Rain26.5 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation1,771 ft (540 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.2%
High School+98.7%
Graduate+4.8%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute13 min
Broadband39.0%
Libraries2

Is Riverton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Riverton receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Riverton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Riverton is $44,792, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 15.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $908 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Riverton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.5 inches, including 18.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Riverton has a population of 93 with a density of 238 people per square mile. The median age is 36.7 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.7%).

Population

93
Total Population
238
People / sq mi
36.7yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.3%
Female 38.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Riverton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only69.3%
12% below US avg
Spanish30.7%
129% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Riverton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Riverton is $44,792, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Riverton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,792
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$50,328
Avg Weekly Wage$787
IRS Avg AGI$67,914

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.4%
24% above US avg
Establishments (County)131
County GDP$125M

Business (County)

Restaurants5
Healthcare10
Retail14

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.2 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.4%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $908 (22% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$908
22% below US avg
Rent Burden18.8%

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%
Housing Units39
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Riverton has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.5 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.5 inches
30% below US avg
Snowfall18.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,771 ft (540 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density238/sq mi
Coordinates40.0897°N, 98.7596°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS31061
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 69.7-point margin. 39.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.4%
D 14.8%

Winner: Republican by 69.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.2%
61% below US avg
High School+98.7%
Graduate Degree+4.8%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density238/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access39.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants5
Retail Stores14

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.2 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.4%

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