What are the schools like in Ainsworth, NE?

Ainsworth is served primarily by AINSWORTH COMMUNITY SCHOOLS. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 8.9:1.

What is the median household income in Ainsworth?

The median household income in Ainsworth, NE is $47,576 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.7%.

What is the weather like in Ainsworth, NE?

Ainsworth has an average high temperature of 36.9°F in January and 87.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.8 inches and annual snowfall averages 35.8 inches.

Ainsworth, NE Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Ainsworth, NE affordable or expensive?

Ainsworth's cost of living index is 89, where 100 represents the national average. This means Ainsworth is 11% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $92,800 and the median rent is $900 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Ainsworth, NE?

Crime rate data for Ainsworth is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Ainsworth, NE a Good Place to Live?

Ainsworth is a small town of 1,563 in Nebraska, with a median household income of $47,576 and a 0.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 89 (US average = 100), which is 11% below the national average.

Strengths: Ainsworth stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B+), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Ainsworth is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Ainsworth city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 89.0

Ainsworth's overall cost of living index is 89.0, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Ainsworth costs roughly 11% less than the average American city.

Metric	Ainsworth, NE	National Avg
Median Home Value	$92,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$900	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	75.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$47,576	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Ainsworth is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Ainsworth is served primarily by AINSWORTH COMMUNITY SCHOOLS. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Ainsworth, NE	National Avg
School District	AINSWORTH COMMUNITY SCHOOLS	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	8.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	22.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	90.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Ainsworth sees average highs of 36.9°F in January and 87.8°F in July, with 23.8 inches of annual precipitation and 35.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Ainsworth, NE
Average High — January	36.9°F
Average High — July	87.8°F
Annual Precipitation	23.8"
Annual Snowfall	35.8"

Demographics

Metric	Ainsworth, NE	National Avg
Population	1,563	—
Median Age	51.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	8.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	93.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.1%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	3.9%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	15.5%	22.2%
65 and over	32.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Long Pine, NE 8 mi Johnstown, NE 10 mi Bassett, NE 16 mi Springview, NE 20 mi Wood Lake, NE 20 mi

ZIP Codes in Ainsworth

Ainsworth, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code:

69210

Ainsworth vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ainsworth, NE affordable or expensive?

Ainsworth's cost of living index is 89, where 100 is the national average. That makes Ainsworth roughly 11% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $92,800 and median rent is $900/month.

What is the crime rate in Ainsworth, NE?

Crime data for Ainsworth is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Ainsworth?

Public schools in Ainsworth are operated by AINSWORTH COMMUNITY SCHOOLS. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.9:1. 22.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Ainsworth, NE a good place to live?

Ainsworth, NE has a population of 1,563, a median household income of $47,576, and an unemployment rate of 0.7%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Ainsworth?

Ainsworth averages 36.9°F in January and 87.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 23.8 inches with about 35.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Ainsworth?

Ainsworth, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code: 69210.

What is the population of Ainsworth?

The population of Ainsworth, Nebraska is 1,563 with a median age of 51.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Ainsworth?

Key numbers for living in Ainsworth: cost of living index 89 (100 = US average), median home $92,800, median household income $47,576, schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Ainsworth side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.