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Steele City, NE

Nebraska

Steele City is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 68. Residents earn $41,250 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
68 Population 296/sq mi density
$41,250 Median Income $24,865 per capita
$24,600 Home Value
$410 Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$41,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$24,600 home value, $410/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,250
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $24,600
91% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.6%
89% lower than US avg
Median Rent $410
65% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.8%
5% lower than US avg

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

People

Population68
Median Age56.3 yrs
Density296/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans56.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$41,250
Per Capita$24,865
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.8%
County GDP$557M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$24,600
Rent$410
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units55
Rent Burden9.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI32 (Good)
Rain32.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,299 ft (396 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.6%
High School+78.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute31 min
Broadband39.0%
Libraries3

Is Steele City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Steele City receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Steele City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Steele City is $41,250, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Steele City is $24,600, 91% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $410 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Steele City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches, including 20.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Steele City has a population of 68 with a density of 296 people per square mile. The median age is 56.3 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.9%).

Population

68
Total Population
296
People / sq mi
56.3yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Steele City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Steele City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Steele City is $41,250, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Steele City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,250
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,865
Avg Weekly Wage$925
IRS Avg AGI$67,823

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.8%
5% below US avg
Establishments (County)276
County GDP$557M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare17
Retail27
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,925
12% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate15.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.3 min
Drive Alone70.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Steele City is $24,600, 91% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $410 (65% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$24,600
91% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$410
65% below US avg
Rent Burden9.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$706
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$1,001
3 Bedrooms$1,274
4 Bedrooms$1,409

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.0%
Housing Units55
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,925
12% above US avg
Effective Rate15.96%
Steele City has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.4 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall20.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,299 ft (396 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density296/sq mi
Coordinates40.0366°N, 97.0230°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS31095
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 3.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.3-point margin. 39.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72%
D 26.7%

Winner: Republican by 45.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.6%
89% below US avg
High School+78.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.81
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density296/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access39.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants18
Retail Stores27

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.3 min
Drive Alone70.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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