Tobias, NE

Nebraska

Tobias is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 63. Residents earn $44,375 per year, which is 41% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
63 Population 242/sq mi density
$44,375 Median Income $29,676 per capita
$39,400 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$44,375 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$39,400 home value
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,375
41% lower than US avg
Home Value $39,400
86% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.8%
83% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.5%
1% higher than US avg

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

People

Population63
Median Age56.2 yrs
Density242/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans52.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$44,375
Per Capita$29,676
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty12.5%
County GDP$1,293M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$39,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.5%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain32.4 in/yr
Elevation1,606 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.8%
High School+90.4%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute34 min
Broadband34.0%
Libraries6

Is Tobias a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tobias is $44,375, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tobias is $39,400, 86% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Tobias experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches, including 20.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Tobias has a population of 63 with a density of 242 people per square mile. The median age is 56.2 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.5%).

Population

63
Total Population
242
People / sq mi
56.2yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Tobias vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.3%
6% above US avg
Spanish16.7%
25% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Tobias vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tobias is $44,375, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Tobias vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,375
41% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,676
Avg Weekly Wage$1,056
IRS Avg AGI$66,076

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.5%
1% above US avg
Establishments (County)386
County GDP$1,293M

Business (County)

Restaurants31
Healthcare33
Retail50
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,556
30% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate11.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.8 min
Drive Alone76.3%
Public Transit2.6%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Tobias is $39,400, 86% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$39,400
86% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,556
30% above US avg
Effective Rate11.56%
In Tobias, 40.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.5% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.9%
27% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma8.3%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.2%
Physical Inactivity25.8%
Depression16.5%
Mental Distress13.9%
Physical Distress11.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Checkup Rate71.9%
Premature Death5,922/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access76.6%
Healthcare Facilities33

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Tobias 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. 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)

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,606 ft (490 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density242/sq mi
Coordinates40.4185°N, 97.3366°W
County FIPS31151
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.2-point margin. 34.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66%
D 32.8%

Winner: Republican by 33.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.8%
83% below US avg
High School+90.4%
School Test Score5.81
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density242/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access34.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants31
Retail Stores50

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.8 min
Drive Alone76.3%
Public Transit2.6%
Work from Home0.0%

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