Scribner, NE

Nebraska

Scribner is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 735. Residents earn $54,500 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
735 Population 1,131/sq mi density
$54,500 Median Income $32,368 per capita
$102,200 Home Value $231,840 Zillow
$944 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$54,500 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$102,200 home value, $944/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,500
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $102,200
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.5%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $944
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.7%
30% lower than US avg

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

People

Population735
Median Age48.1 yrs
Density1,131/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,500
Per Capita$32,368
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty8.7%
County GDP$3,064M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$102,200
Rent$944
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$231,840

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.3%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain30.8 in/yr
Elevation1,253 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.5%
High School+94.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute18 min
Libraries6

Is Scribner a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Scribner receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Scribner offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Scribner is $54,500, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Scribner is $102,200, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $944 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Scribner experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.8 inches, including 28.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Scribner has a population of 735 with a density of 1,131 people per square mile. The median age is 48.1 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.6%), with 1.8% Hispanic.

Population

735
Total Population
1,131
People / sq mi
48.1yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.1%
Female 45.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Scribner vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.8%
12% above US avg
Spanish12.2%
9% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Scribner vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Scribner is $54,500, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Scribner vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,500
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,368
Avg Weekly Wage$1,044
IRS Avg AGI$68,210

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.7%
30% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,109
County GDP$3,064M

Business (County)

Restaurants95
Healthcare120
Retail142
Manufacturing52

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,834
67% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.4 min
Work from Home1.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Scribner is $102,200, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $944 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $231,840.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$102,200
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$231,840
Median List Price$189,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$189,900
$/Sq Ft$170
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio92.0%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$944
19% 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-Occupied85.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,834
67% above US avg
Effective Rate5.71%
In Scribner, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.3% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma9.5%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.6%
Physical Inactivity25.8%
Depression18.3%
Mental Distress15.3%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.7%
Checkup Rate72.8%
Premature Death8,617/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access88.1%
Healthcare Facilities120

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Scribner has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average48.8°F
10% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.8 inches
19% below US avg
Snowfall28.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,253 ft (382 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density1,131/sq mi
Coordinates41.6652°N, 96.6653°W
County FIPS31053
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 17.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.7%
D 33.1%

Winner: Republican by 32.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.5%
48% below US avg
High School+94.0%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,131/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities120
Restaurants95
Retail Stores142

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.4 min
Work from Home1.8%

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