Roscoe, NE

Nebraska

Roscoe is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 84. Residents earn $41,250 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
84 Population 525/sq mi density
$41,250 Median Income $22,490 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$41,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,250
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.9%
52% higher than US avg

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

People

Population84
Median Age22.4 yrs
Density525/mi²
Male / Female64% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans67.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$41,250
Per Capita$22,490
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty18.9%
County GDP$526M
Commute26 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
Ownership100.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain19.2 in/yr
Elevation3,175 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 17%
Commute26 min
Broadband37.0%
Libraries2

Is Roscoe a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Roscoe receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Roscoe stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Roscoe is $41,250, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 18.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Roscoe experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.2 inches, including 21.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Roscoe has a population of 84 with a density of 525 people per square mile. The median age is 22.4 years, 42% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

84
Total Population
525
People / sq mi
22.4yrs
Median Age
42% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 64.3%
Female 35.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Roscoe vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Roscoe vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Roscoe is $41,250, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Roscoe vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,250
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,490
Avg Weekly Wage$897
IRS Avg AGI$64,144

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.9%
52% above US avg
Establishments (County)398
County GDP$526M

Business (County)

Restaurants44
Healthcare24
Retail48
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,793
8% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

100.0% of homes are owner-occupied.

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

Homeownership100.0%
Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,793
8% above US avg

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.9%
Premature Death9,726/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access71.3%
Healthcare Facilities24

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Roscoe has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.2 inches
49% below US avg
Snowfall21.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,175 ft (968 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density525/sq mi
Coordinates41.1316°N, 101.5852°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS31101
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.9-point margin. 37.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.4%
D 17.4%

Winner: Republican by 63.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.81
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density525/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access37.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants44
Retail Stores48

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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