Upland, NE

Nebraska

Upland is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 118. Residents earn $58,125 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
118 Population 274/sq mi density
$58,125 Median Income $26,572 per capita
$52,500 Home Value $175,098 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$58,125 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$52,500 home value
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,125
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $52,500
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.6%
60% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 28.6%
131% higher than US avg

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

People

Population118
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density274/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans97.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$58,125
Per Capita$26,572
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty28.6%
County GDP$125M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$52,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$175,098

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.0%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain26.5 in/yr
Elevation2,164 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.6%
High School+93.2%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute19 min
Broadband50.0%
Libraries2

Is Upland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Upland receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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 an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Upland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Upland is $58,125, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 28.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Upland is $52,500, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Upland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.5 inches, including 18.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Upland has a population of 118 with a density of 274 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.8%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

118
Total Population
274
People / sq mi
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.2%
Female 45.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Upland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Upland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Upland is $58,125, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 28.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Upland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,125
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,572
Avg Weekly Wage$787
IRS Avg AGI$67,914

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate28.6%
131% above US avg
Establishments (County)131
County GDP$125M

Business (County)

Restaurants5
Healthcare10
Retail14

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.1 min
Work from Home1.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Upland is $52,500, 81% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $175,098.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$52,500
81% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$175,098

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-Occupied92.2%

Property Tax

In Upland, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.0% report depression. 25.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.7%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma9.7%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.0%
Physical Inactivity25.3%
Depression19.0%
Mental Distress15.5%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Checkup Rate73.2%
Premature Death13,659/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access39.4%
Healthcare Facilities10

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Upland has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.5 inches
30% below US avg
Snowfall18.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,164 ft (660 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density274/sq mi
Coordinates40.3195°N, 98.9024°W
County FIPS31061
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 69.7-point margin. 50.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.4%
D 14.8%

Winner: Republican by 69.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.6%
60% below US avg
High School+93.2%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density274/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access50.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants5
Retail Stores14

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.1 min
Work from Home1.5%

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