Verdigre, NE

Nebraska

Verdigre is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 576. Residents earn $41,250 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
576 Population 1,047/sq mi density
$41,250 Median Income $21,553 per capita
$85,200 Home Value $104,860 Zillow
$558 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$41,250 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,200 home value, $558/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,250
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,200
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.8%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $558
52% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.1%
2% lower than US avg

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

People

Population576
Median Age42.1 yrs
Density1,047/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 78%

Economy

B+
Median Income$41,250
Per Capita$21,553
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty12.1%
County GDP$777M
Commute12 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,200
Rent$558
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$104,860

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.7%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain24.3 in/yr
Elevation1,371 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.8%
High School+93.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 11%
Commute12 min
Libraries6

Is Verdigre a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Verdigre receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Verdigre offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Verdigre is $41,250, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 12.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Verdigre is $85,200, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $558 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Verdigre experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Verdigre has a population of 576 with a density of 1,047 people per square mile. The median age is 42.1 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.1%), with 19.1% Hispanic.

Population

576
Total Population
1,047
People / sq mi
42.1yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Verdigre vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Verdigre vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Verdigre is $41,250, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Verdigre vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,250
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,553
Avg Weekly Wage$918
IRS Avg AGI$75,688

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.1%
2% below US avg
Establishments (County)284
County GDP$777M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare19
Retail34
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,850
19% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.4 min
Work from Home3.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Verdigre is $85,200, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $558 (52% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $104,860.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,200
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$104,860

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$558
52% 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-Occupied71.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,850
19% below US avg
Effective Rate3.35%
In Verdigre, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.7% report depression. 27.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma9.7%
COPD7.0%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.0%
Physical Inactivity27.4%
Depression18.7%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.5%
Checkup Rate72.6%
Premature Death5,812/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access33.8%
Healthcare Facilities19

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Verdigre has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.3 inches
36% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,371 ft (418 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density1,047/sq mi
Coordinates42.5972°N, 98.0356°W
County FIPS31003
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 16.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 76.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 88%
D 11.5%

Winner: Republican by 76.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.8%
50% below US avg
High School+93.0%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,047/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants8
Retail Stores34

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.4 min
Work from Home3.7%

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