St. Helena, NE

Nebraska

St. Helena is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 119. Residents earn $83,125 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
119 Population 270/sq mi density
$83,125 Median Income $35,591 per capita
$133,900 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$83,125 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$133,900 home value
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,125
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $133,900
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.9%
71% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.4%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population119
Median Age38.9 yrs
Density270/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans92.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$83,125
Per Capita$35,591
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$562M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$133,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.8%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain28.7 in/yr
Elevation1,239 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.9%
High School+90.1%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 14%
Commute21 min
Broadband36.0%
Libraries3

Is St. Helena a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in St. Helena is $83,125, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in St. Helena is $133,900, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

St. Helena experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.7 inches, including 38.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

St. Helena has a population of 119 with a density of 270 people per square mile. The median age is 38.9 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

119
Total Population
270
People / sq mi
38.9yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

St. Helena vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

St. Helena vs U.S. Average

The median household income in St. Helena is $83,125, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: St. Helena vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,125
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,591
Avg Weekly Wage$857
IRS Avg AGI$77,007

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)342
County GDP$562M

Business (County)

Restaurants17
Healthcare18
Retail52
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,860
18% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in St. Helena is $133,900, 53% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$133,900
53% 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-Occupied89.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,860
18% below US avg
Effective Rate2.14%
In St. Helena, 40.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.8% report depression. 23.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: St. Helena vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.4%
26% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure28.2%
Asthma9.2%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.8%
Physical Inactivity23.4%
Depression17.8%
Mental Distress15.1%
Physical Distress10.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Checkup Rate72.0%
Premature Death5,345/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access53.9%
Healthcare Facilities18

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

St. Helena has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average48.7°F
10% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.7 inches
25% below US avg
Snowfall38.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,239 ft (378 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density270/sq mi
Coordinates42.8107°N, 97.2489°W
County FIPS31027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70-point margin. 36.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.3%
D 14.3%

Winner: Republican by 70 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.9%
71% below US avg
High School+90.1%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density270/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access36.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants17
Retail Stores52

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

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