Verdon, NE

Nebraska

Verdon is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 208. Residents earn $54,583 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
208 Population 867/sq mi density
$54,583 Median Income $28,545 per capita
$45,700 Home Value $105,252 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$54,583 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$45,700 home value
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,583
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $45,700
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.3%
90% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.0%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.1%
43% lower than US avg

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

People

Population208
Median Age49.3 yrs
Density867/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,583
Per Capita$28,545
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty7.1%
County GDP$499M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$45,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$105,252

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity44.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.9%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain34.7 in/yr
Elevation974 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.3%
High School+94.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute18 min
Broadband94.0%
Libraries4

Is Verdon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Verdon receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Verdon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Verdon is $54,583, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Verdon is $45,700, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Verdon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Verdon has a population of 208 with a density of 867 people per square mile. The median age is 49.3 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.3%), with 5.8% Hispanic.

Population

208
Total Population
867
People / sq mi
49.3yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Verdon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Verdon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Verdon is $54,583, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Verdon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,583
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,545
Avg Weekly Wage$831
IRS Avg AGI$67,104

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.1%
43% below US avg
Establishments (County)298
County GDP$499M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare20
Retail34
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,629
25% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Verdon is $45,700, 84% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $105,252.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$45,700
84% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$105,252

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-Occupied97.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,629
25% below US avg
Effective Rate5.75%
In Verdon, 44.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.9% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.0%
37% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma9.2%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.5%
Physical Inactivity26.5%
Depression18.9%
Mental Distress15.1%
Physical Distress11.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.2%
Checkup Rate71.3%
Premature Death6,372/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access37.9%
Healthcare Facilities20

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Verdon has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.1°F
2% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.7 inches
9% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation974 ft (297 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density867/sq mi
Coordinates40.1491°N, 95.7112°W
County FIPS31147
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 3.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (90% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.5-point margin. 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.1%
D 23.7%

Winner: Republican by 51.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.3%
90% below US avg
High School+94.0%
School Test Score5.81
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density867/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants19
Retail Stores34

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

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