Tilden, NE

Nebraska

Tilden is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 977. Residents earn $66,731 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
977 Population 1,253/sq mi density
$66,731 Median Income $34,458 per capita
$116,900 Home Value $205,729 Zillow
$633 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$66,731 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$116,900 home value, $633/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,731
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $116,900
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent $633
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.5%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population977
Median Age43.3 yrs
Density1,253/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,731
Per Capita$34,458
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty6.5%
County GDP$738M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$116,900
Rent$633
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$205,729

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.9%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain27.6 in/yr
Elevation1,683 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+91.9%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 11%
Commute16 min
Libraries3

Is Tilden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tilden receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Tilden stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tilden is $66,731, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tilden is $116,900, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $633 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Tilden experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.6 inches, including 31.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Tilden has a population of 977 with a density of 1,253 people per square mile. The median age is 43.3 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.5%), with 2.7% Hispanic, 3.8% Black.

Population

977
Total Population
1,253
People / sq mi
43.3yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Tilden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tilden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tilden is $66,731, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Tilden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,731
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,458
Avg Weekly Wage$919
IRS Avg AGI$80,902

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.5%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)244
County GDP$738M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare20
Retail32
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,155
19% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.7 min
Work from Home1.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Tilden is $116,900, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $633 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $205,729.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$116,900
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$205,729
Median List Price$182,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$182,450
$/Sq Ft$79
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio102.2%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$633
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-Occupied78.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,155
19% above US avg
Effective Rate3.55%
In Tilden, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.9% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma9.7%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.1%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression17.9%
Mental Distress15.2%
Physical Distress11.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.9%
Checkup Rate73.6%
Premature Death7,469/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access70.1%
Healthcare Facilities20

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Tilden has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.6 inches
27% below US avg
Snowfall31.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,683 ft (513 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density1,253/sq mi
Coordinates42.0435°N, 97.8318°W
County FIPS31139
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 76.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87.8%
D 11.4%

Winner: Republican by 76.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.3%
37% below US avg
High School+91.9%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,253/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants14
Retail Stores32

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.7 min
Work from Home1.9%

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