Stamford, NE

Nebraska

Stamford is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 191. Residents earn $32,917 per year, which is 56% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
191 Population 406/sq mi density
$32,917 Median Income $20,752 per capita
$51,400 Home Value
$625 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$32,917 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$51,400 home value, $625/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $32,917
56% lower than US avg
Home Value $51,400
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.1%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $625
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.8%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.0%
61% higher than US avg

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

People

Population191
Median Age42.5 yrs
Density406/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

C+
Median Income$32,917
Per Capita$20,752
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty20.0%
County GDP$267M
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$51,400
Rent$625
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.4%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain24.6 in/yr
Elevation2,051 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.1%
High School+93.2%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 16%
Commute39 min
Broadband81.0%
Libraries2

Is Stamford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stamford receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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 an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Stamford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stamford is $32,917, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stamford is $51,400, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $625 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Stamford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.6 inches, including 21.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Stamford has a population of 191 with a density of 406 people per square mile. The median age is 42.5 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.1%).

Population

191
Total Population
406
People / sq mi
42.5yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.8%
Female 60.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Stamford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.1%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.9%
56% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Stamford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stamford is $32,917, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Stamford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,917
56% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,752
Avg Weekly Wage$869
IRS Avg AGI$71,154

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% above US avg
Establishments (County)128
County GDP$267M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare9
Retail17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,500
29% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate8.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Stamford is $51,400, 82% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $625 (46% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$51,400
82% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$625
46% 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-Occupied81.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,500
29% above US avg
Effective Rate8.75%
In Stamford, 35.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.4% report depression. 26.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.8%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma9.4%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.1%
Physical Inactivity26.6%
Depression18.4%
Mental Distress15.5%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.4%
Checkup Rate72.3%
Premature Death8,062/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access47.2%
Healthcare Facilities9

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Stamford has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.6 inches
35% below US avg
Snowfall21.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,051 ft (625 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density406/sq mi
Coordinates40.1312°N, 99.5944°W
County FIPS31083
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68-point margin. 81.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.6%
D 15.5%

Winner: Republican by 68 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.1%
49% below US avg
High School+93.2%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density406/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants10
Retail Stores17

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

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