Trumbull, NE

Nebraska

Trumbull is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 286. Residents earn $112,708 per year, which is 50% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
286 Population 665/sq mi density
$112,708 Median Income $38,437 per capita
$134,700 Home Value $269,432 Zillow
$1,150 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$112,708 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$134,700 home value, $1,150/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $112,708
50% higher than US avg
Home Value $134,700
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.9%
11% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,150
1% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.2%
42% lower than US avg

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

People

Population286
Median Age30.8 yrs
Density665/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A+
Median Income$112,708
Per Capita$38,437
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty7.2%
County GDP$469M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$134,700
Rent$1,150
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$269,432

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.2%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain27.8 in/yr
Elevation1,878 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.9%
High School+97.7%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 17%
Commute28 min
Broadband84.0%
Libraries4

Is Trumbull a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Trumbull receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Trumbull stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Trumbull is $112,708, which is significantly higher than the national average — 50% above $75,149. This places Trumbull among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Trumbull is $134,700, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,150 per month. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

29.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Trumbull experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.8 inches, including 28.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Trumbull has a population of 286 with a density of 665 people per square mile. The median age is 30.8 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.8%), with 2.4% Hispanic.

Population

286
Total Population
665
People / sq mi
30.8yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Trumbull vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Trumbull vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Trumbull is $112,708, which is 50% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Trumbull vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$112,708
50% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,437
Avg Weekly Wage$996
IRS Avg AGI$80,128

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.2%
42% below US avg
Establishments (County)276
County GDP$469M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare13
Retail19
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,829
9% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.3 min
Work from Home1.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Trumbull is $134,700, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,150 (1% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $269,432.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$134,700
52% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$269,432

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,150
1% 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-Occupied87.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,829
9% above US avg
Effective Rate2.84%
In Trumbull, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.2% report depression. 24.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.3%
Physical Inactivity24.7%
Depression18.2%
Mental Distress15.3%
Physical Distress11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.1%
Checkup Rate73.5%
Premature Death5,142/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access39.9%
Healthcare Facilities13

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Trumbull has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.8 inches
27% below US avg
Snowfall28.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,878 ft (572 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density665/sq mi
Coordinates40.6800°N, 98.2735°W
County FIPS31035
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 29.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.5-point margin. 84.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.9%
D 17.4%

Winner: Republican by 63.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.9%
11% below US avg
High School+97.7%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density665/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants9
Retail Stores19

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.3 min
Work from Home1.4%

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