Stapleton, NE

Nebraska

Stapleton is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 349. Residents earn $66,875 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
349 Population 1,396/sq mi density
$66,875 Median Income $32,320 per capita
$101,300 Home Value
$825 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$66,875 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$101,300 home value, $825/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,875
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $101,300
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.3%
22% lower than US avg
Median Rent $825
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.0%
3% lower than US avg

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

People

Population349
Median Age44.1 yrs
Density1,396/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,875
Per Capita$32,320
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty12.0%
County GDP$40M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$101,300
Rent$825
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.9%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain23.8 in/yr
Elevation2,900 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.3%
High School+98.3%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 93% / D 6%
Commute27 min
Libraries1

Is Stapleton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stapleton receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Stapleton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stapleton is $66,875, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 12.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stapleton is $101,300, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $825 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Stapleton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.8 inches, including 37.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Stapleton has a population of 349 with a density of 1,396 people per square mile. The median age is 44.1 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.2%), with 9.2% Hispanic, 3.7% Black.

Population

349
Total Population
1,396
People / sq mi
44.1yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Stapleton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.6%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.4%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Stapleton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stapleton is $66,875, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Stapleton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,875
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,320
Avg Weekly Wage$795
IRS Avg AGI$58,769

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.0%
3% below US avg
Establishments (County)34
County GDP$40M

Business (County)

Retail4

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.1 min
Work from Home10.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Stapleton is $101,300, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $825 (29% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$101,300
64% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$825
29% 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-Occupied87.4%

Property Tax

In Stapleton, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.9% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.2%
13% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.5%
Physical Inactivity23.6%
Depression18.9%
Mental Distress15.0%
Physical Distress10.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Checkup Rate73.5%

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Stapleton has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.2°F
11% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.8 inches
37% below US avg
Snowfall37.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,900 ft (884 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,396/sq mi
Coordinates41.4802°N, 100.5126°W
County FIPS31113
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 26.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 87.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 93%
D 5.7%

Winner: Republican by 87.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.3%
22% below US avg
High School+98.3%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,396/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Retail Stores4

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.1 min
Work from Home10.5%

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