Yutan, NE

Nebraska · Metropolitan Area

Yutan is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 1,535. Residents earn $89,531 per year, which is 19% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
1,535 Population 2,693/sq mi density
$89,531 Median Income $38,883 per capita
$184,900 Home Value $362,539 Zillow
$1,441 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$89,531 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$184,900 home value, $1,441/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $89,531
19% higher than US avg
Home Value $184,900
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.1%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,441
24% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,535
Median Age34.7 yrs
Density2,693/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A+
Median Income$89,531
Per Capita$38,883
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,090M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$184,900
Rent$1,441
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$362,539

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.8%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain33.2 in/yr
Elevation1,156 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.1%
High School+95.3%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute29 min
Libraries6

Is Yutan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yutan receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Yutan stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Yutan is $89,531, 19% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Yutan is $184,900, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,441 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Yutan experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.2 inches, including 31.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Yutan has a population of 1,535 with a density of 2,693 people per square mile. The median age is 34.7 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.1%).

Population

1,535
Total Population
2,693
People / sq mi
34.7yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Yutan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Yutan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yutan is $89,531, which is 19% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Yutan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$89,531
19% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,883
Avg Weekly Wage$960
IRS Avg AGI$104,730

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)656
County GDP$1,090M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare33
Retail72
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,137
75% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.7 min
Work from Home13.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Yutan is $184,900, 34% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,441 (24% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $362,539.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$184,900
34% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$362,539

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,441
24% 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-Occupied83.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,137
75% above US avg
Effective Rate3.32%
In Yutan, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.8% report depression. 21.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma9.3%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.9%
Physical Inactivity21.8%
Depression17.8%
Mental Distress14.4%
Physical Distress10.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.0%
Checkup Rate73.1%
Premature Death6,667/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access61.5%
Healthcare Facilities33

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Yutan has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.2 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall31.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,156 ft (352 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density2,693/sq mi
Coordinates41.2430°N, 96.3957°W
County FIPS31155
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 26.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.6%
D 26.2%

Winner: Republican by 46.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.1%
23% below US avg
High School+95.3%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,693/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants41
Retail Stores72

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.7 min
Work from Home13.3%

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