Venango, NE

Nebraska

Venango is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 166. Residents earn $70,313 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
166 Population 218/sq mi density
$70,313 Median Income $29,230 per capita
$56,400 Home Value $146,930 Zillow
$1,321 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$70,313 median income, 4.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$56,400 home value, $1,321/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,313
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $56,400
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.7%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,321
14% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.2%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.1%
59% lower than US avg

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

People

Population166
Median Age40.7 yrs
Density218/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,313
Per Capita$29,230
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty5.1%
County GDP$99M
Commute41 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$56,400
Rent$1,321
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$146,930

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.4%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain18.6 in/yr
Elevation3,592 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.7%
High School+90.9%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute41 min
Broadband68.0%
Libraries1

Is Venango a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Venango receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Venango offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Venango is $70,313, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Venango is $56,400, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,321 per month. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Venango experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.6 inches, including 21.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Venango has a population of 166 with a density of 218 people per square mile. The median age is 40.7 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.4%).

Population

166
Total Population
218
People / sq mi
40.7yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Venango vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.3%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.7%
50% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Venango vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Venango is $70,313, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.

Income: Venango vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,313
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,230
Avg Weekly Wage$853
IRS Avg AGI$48,531

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.1%
59% below US avg
Establishments (County)97
County GDP$99M

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Healthcare5
Retail15
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time41.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Venango is $56,400, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,321 (14% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $146,930.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$56,400
80% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$146,930

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,321
14% above 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-Occupied78.8%

Property Tax

In Venango, 41.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.4% report depression. 26.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.2%
28% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma9.4%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity26.0%
Depression18.4%
Mental Distress15.1%
Physical Distress11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.7%
Checkup Rate73.8%
Premature Death13,182/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access61.1%
Healthcare Facilities5

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Venango has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.6 inches
51% below US avg
Snowfall21.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,592 ft (1,095 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density218/sq mi
Coordinates40.7637°N, 102.0442°W
County FIPS08115
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 15.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.3-point margin. 68.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.2%
D 20.8%

Winner: Republican by 56.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.7%
53% below US avg
High School+90.9%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density218/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access68.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants7
Retail Stores15

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute41.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

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