Walthill, NE

Nebraska

Walthill is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 889. Residents earn $63,702 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
889 Population 2,067/sq mi density
$63,702 Median Income $17,154 per capita
$48,000 Home Value $79,093 Zillow
$797 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$63,702 median income, 9.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$48,000 home value, $797/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,702
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $48,000
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.6%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $797
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 47.9%
49% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.3%
158% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.9%
44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population889
Median Age24.4 yrs
Density2,067/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 10%

Economy

B
Median Income$63,702
Per Capita$17,154
Unemployment9.3%
Poverty6.9%
County GDP$605M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$48,000
Rent$797
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$79,093

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity47.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.7%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain29.8 in/yr
Elevation1,253 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.6%
High School+96.8%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 46%
Commute22 min
Libraries2

Is Walthill a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Walthill is $63,702, 15% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.3%, unemployment is notably high. Only 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Walthill is $48,000, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $797 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.8x 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%. 96.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Walthill experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.8 inches, including 32.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Walthill has a population of 889 with a density of 2,067 people per square mile. The median age is 24.4 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (87.9%), with 10.1% White.

Population

889
Total Population
2,067
People / sq mi
24.4yrs
Median Age
37% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.2%
Female 54.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Walthill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Walthill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Walthill is $63,702, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Walthill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,702
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,154
Avg Weekly Wage$1,106
IRS Avg AGI$58,733

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.3%
158% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.9%
44% below US avg
Establishments (County)164
County GDP$605M

Business (County)

Restaurants4
Healthcare11
Retail17
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,840
10% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate8.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.3 min
Work from Home6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Walthill is $48,000, 83% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $797 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $79,093.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$48,000
83% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$79,093

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$797
31% 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-Occupied62.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,840
10% above US avg
Effective Rate8.00%
In Walthill, 47.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.7% report depression. 31.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity47.9%
49% above US avg
Diabetes14.6%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure36.6%
Asthma11.8%
COPD7.6%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity31.7%
Depression17.7%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress15.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.6%
Checkup Rate74.9%
Premature Death27,026/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access40.3%
Healthcare Facilities11

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Walthill has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.0°F
9% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.8 inches
22% below US avg
Snowfall32.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,253 ft (382 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density2,067/sq mi
Coordinates42.1489°N, 96.4929°W
County FIPS31173
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 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 6.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53%
D 46.1%

Winner: Republican by 6.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.6%
60% below US avg
High School+96.8%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density2,067/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants4
Retail Stores17

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.3 min
Work from Home6.3%

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