Royal, NE

Nebraska

Royal is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 40. Residents earn $57,917 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
40 Population 286/sq mi density
$57,917 Median Income $46,765 per capita
$61,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$57,917 median income, 5.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$61,300 home value
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,917
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $61,300
78% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.7%
83% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population40
Median Age70.0 yrs
Density286/mi²
Male / Female65% / 35%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans40.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$57,917
Per Capita$46,765
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty10.0%
County GDP$777M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$61,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain26.1 in/yr
Elevation1,878 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.7%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 11%
Commute24 min
Broadband29.0%
Libraries6

Is Royal a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Royal receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Royal offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Royal is $57,917, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Royal is $61,300, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.7% 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

Royal experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.1 inches, including 31.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Royal has a population of 40 with a density of 286 people per square mile. The median age is 70.0 years, 80% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

40
Total Population
286
People / sq mi
70.0yrs
Median Age
80% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 65%
Female 35%

Race & Ethnicity

Royal vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.6%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.4%
45% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Royal vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Royal is $57,917, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Royal vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,917
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$46,765
Avg Weekly Wage$918
IRS Avg AGI$75,688

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)284
County GDP$777M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare19
Retail34
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,850
19% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.3 min
Drive Alone85.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Royal is $61,300, 78% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$61,300
78% below US avg

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

Owner-Occupied93.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,850
19% below US avg
Effective Rate4.65%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.5%
Premature Death5,812/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access33.8%
Healthcare Facilities19

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Royal has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.2°F
9% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.1 inches
31% below US avg
Snowfall31.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,878 ft (572 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density286/sq mi
Coordinates42.3329°N, 98.1250°W
County FIPS31003
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 5.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 76.5-point margin. 29.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 88%
D 11.5%

Winner: Republican by 76.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.7%
83% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.81
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density286/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access29.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants8
Retail Stores34

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.3 min
Drive Alone85.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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