Roseland, NE

Nebraska

Roseland is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 277. Residents earn $70,938 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
277 Population 989/sq mi density
$70,938 Median Income $31,048 per capita
$157,700 Home Value $246,892 Zillow
$667 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$70,938 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$157,700 home value, $667/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,938
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $157,700
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.9%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $667
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.4%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population277
Median Age35.6 yrs
Density989/mi²
Male / Female59% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,938
Per Capita$31,048
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.4%
County GDP$2,661M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$157,700
Rent$667
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$246,892

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.1%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain25.5 in/yr
Elevation1,968 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+18.9%
High School+89.6%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute25 min
Broadband96.0%
Libraries2

Is Roseland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Roseland receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Roseland stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Roseland is $70,938, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.4% 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 Roseland is $157,700, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $667 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Roseland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.5 inches, including 18.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Roseland has a population of 277 with a density of 989 people per square mile. The median age is 35.6 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.9%).

Population

277
Total Population
989
People / sq mi
35.6yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.5%
Female 41.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Roseland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.1%
17% above US avg
Spanish7.9%
41% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Roseland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Roseland is $70,938, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Roseland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,938
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,048
Avg Weekly Wage$999
IRS Avg AGI$77,373

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.4%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,051
County GDP$2,661M

Business (County)

Restaurants95
Healthcare119
Retail148
Manufacturing56

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,490
57% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Roseland is $157,700, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $667 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $246,892.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$157,700
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$246,892

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$667
43% 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-Occupied88.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,490
57% above US avg
Effective Rate3.48%
In Roseland, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.1% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma9.4%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.5%
Physical Inactivity22.8%
Depression21.1%
Mental Distress14.9%
Physical Distress10.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.3%
Checkup Rate74.9%
Premature Death7,989/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access84.9%
Healthcare Facilities119

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Roseland has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.5 inches
33% below US avg
Snowfall18.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,968 ft (600 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density989/sq mi
Coordinates40.4697°N, 98.5587°W
County FIPS31001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.6-point margin. 96.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.2%
D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 41.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.9%
44% below US avg
High School+89.6%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density989/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities119
Restaurants95
Retail Stores148

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Work from Home4.1%

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