Seneca, NE

Nebraska

Seneca is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 28. Residents earn $36,250 per year, which is 52% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
28 Population 93/sq mi density
$36,250 Median Income $27,164 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$36,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,250
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.0%
41% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.0%
102% higher than US avg

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

People

Population28
Median Age51.0 yrs
Density93/mi²
Male / Female68% / 32%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans28.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$36,250
Per Capita$27,164
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty25.0%
County GDP$39M
Commute25 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain24.3 in/yr
Elevation2,969 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.0%
High School+73.3%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute25 min
Broadband23.0%
Libraries1

Is Seneca a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Seneca receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Seneca has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Seneca is $36,250, 52% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 25.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Education

20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Seneca experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.3 inches, including 41.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Seneca has a population of 28 with a density of 93 people per square mile. The median age is 51.0 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.9%), with 7.1% Hispanic.

Population

28
Total Population
93
People / sq mi
51.0yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 67.9%
Female 32.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Seneca vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Seneca vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Seneca is $36,250, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Seneca vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,250
52% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,164
Avg Weekly Wage$648
IRS Avg AGI$48,603

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.0%
102% above US avg
Establishments (County)31
County GDP$39M

Business (County)

Restaurants3
Retail4

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Drive Alone93.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

Walkability

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

Owner-Occupied39.1%

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.0%

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.0/10
Exercise Access100.0%

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Seneca has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.5°F
10% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.3 inches
36% below US avg
Snowfall41.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,969 ft (905 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density93/sq mi
Coordinates42.0439°N, 100.8321°W
County FIPS31091
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 73.5-point margin. 23.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.4%
D 12.9%

Winner: Republican by 73.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.0%
41% below US avg
High School+73.3%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density93/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access23.0%
Public Libraries1
Restaurants3
Retail Stores4

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Drive Alone93.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

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