Thedford, NE

Nebraska

Thedford is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 215. Residents earn $73,867 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
215 Population 896/sq mi density
$73,867 Median Income $43,884 per capita
$78,800 Home Value $226,373 Zillow
$680 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$73,867 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$78,800 home value, $680/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,867
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $78,800
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.6%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent $680
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population215
Median Age31.6 yrs
Density896/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

A+
Median Income$73,867
Per Capita$43,884
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$50M
Commute10 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$78,800
Rent$680
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$226,373

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.9%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI32 (Good)
Elevation2,867 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.6%
High School+95.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 89% / D 11%
Commute10 min
EV Stations2
Libraries2

Is Thedford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Thedford receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Thedford stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Thedford is $73,867, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. 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 10 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Thedford is $78,800, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $680 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Thedford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Thedford has a population of 215 with a density of 896 people per square mile. The median age is 31.6 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.9%), with 18.1% Hispanic.

Population

215
Total Population
896
People / sq mi
31.6yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Thedford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Thedford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Thedford is $73,867, which is 2% below 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 10 minutes.

Income: Thedford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,867
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,884
Avg Weekly Wage$793
IRS Avg AGI$53,394

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)42
County GDP$50M

Business (County)

Restaurants3
Retail4

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time9.5 min
Work from Home5.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Thedford is $78,800, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $680 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $226,373.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$78,800
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$226,373

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$680
42% 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-Occupied69.2%

Property Tax

In Thedford, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.9% report depression. 23.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.1%
16% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure28.2%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.7%
Physical Inactivity23.4%
Depression18.9%
Mental Distress14.9%
Physical Distress10.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.0%
Checkup Rate73.1%

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.1/10
Exercise Access74.0%

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Thedford has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.7°F
10% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,867 ft (874 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density896/sq mi
Coordinates41.9792°N, 100.5747°W
County FIPS31171
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 23.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 77.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 88.6%
D 11.2%

Winner: Republican by 77.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.6%
30% below US avg
High School+95.0%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density896/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries2
Restaurants3
Retail Stores4

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute9.5 min
Work from Home5.8%

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