Terrytown, NE

Nebraska

Terrytown is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 730. Residents earn $43,750 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
730 Population 1,553/sq mi density
$43,750 Median Income $21,587 per capita
$100,000 Home Value
$786 Median Rent
49°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
$43,750 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,000 home value, $786/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,750
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,000
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.8%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $786
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 28.1%
127% higher than US avg

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

People

Population730
Median Age38.6 yrs
Density1,553/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 64%

Economy

C+
Median Income$43,750
Per Capita$21,587
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty28.1%
County GDP$2,384M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,000
Rent$786
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.5%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain15.6 in/yr
Elevation3,876 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.8%
High School+79.8%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute20 min
Libraries6

Is Terrytown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Terrytown receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Terrytown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Terrytown is $43,750, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. The poverty rate of 28.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Terrytown is $100,000, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $786 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Terrytown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.6 inches, including 39.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Terrytown has a population of 730 with a density of 1,553 people per square mile. The median age is 38.6 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (63.8%), with 6.4% Hispanic.

Population

730
Total Population
1,553
People / sq mi
38.6yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.6%
Female 46.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Terrytown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only76.9%
2% below US avg
Spanish23.1%
72% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Terrytown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Terrytown is $43,750, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 28.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Terrytown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,750
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,587
Avg Weekly Wage$994
IRS Avg AGI$63,293

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate28.1%
127% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,217
County GDP$2,384M

Business (County)

Restaurants103
Healthcare118
Retail146
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,423
55% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.7 min
Work from Home12.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Terrytown is $100,000, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $786 (32% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,000
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$786
32% 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-Occupied57.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,423
55% above US avg
Effective Rate5.42%
In Terrytown, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.5% report depression. 26.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.2%
19% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma9.1%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity26.1%
Depression17.5%
Mental Distress14.5%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.4%
Checkup Rate74.4%
Premature Death10,217/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access80.8%
Healthcare Facilities118

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Terrytown has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.1°F
9% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.6 inches
59% below US avg
Snowfall39.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,876 ft (1,181 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density1,553/sq mi
Coordinates41.8471°N, 103.6706°W
County FIPS31157
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.4%
D 25.6%

Winner: Republican by 47.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.8%
53% below US avg
High School+79.8%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density1,553/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities118
Restaurants103
Retail Stores146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.7 min
Work from Home12.1%

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