What are the schools like in Bartlett, NE?

Bartlett is served primarily by WHEELER CENTRAL SCHOOLS. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 6.7:1.

What is the median household income in Bartlett?

The median household income in Bartlett, NE is $44,250 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 6.0%.

What is the weather like in Bartlett, NE?

Bartlett has an average high temperature of 34.5°F in January and 87.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 35.1 inches.

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

Q: Is Bartlett, NE affordable or expensive?

Bartlett's cost of living index is 84, where 100 represents the national average. This means Bartlett is 16% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $74,400 and the median rent is $525 per month.

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

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

Is Bartlett, NE a Good Place to Live?

Bartlett is a small town of 149 in Nebraska, with a median household income of $44,250 and a 6.0% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 84 (US average = 100), which is 16% below the national average.

Strengths: Bartlett stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (A-), a well-educated population, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Bartlett is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Bartlett 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: 83.6

Bartlett's overall cost of living index is 83.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Bartlett costs roughly 16% less than the average American city.

Metric	Bartlett, NE	National Avg
Median Home Value	$74,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$525	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	75.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$44,250	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Bartlett is served primarily by WHEELER CENTRAL SCHOOLS. The student-to-teacher ratio is 6.7:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Bartlett, NE	National Avg
School District	WHEELER CENTRAL SCHOOLS	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	6.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	40.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	96.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Bartlett sees average highs of 34.5°F in January and 87.8°F in July, with 27.2 inches of annual precipitation and 35.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Bartlett, NE
Average High — January	34.5°F
Average High — July	87.8°F
Annual Precipitation	27.2"
Annual Snowfall	35.1"

Demographics

Metric	Bartlett, NE	National Avg
Population	149	—
Median Age	54.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	12.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	100.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	18.1%	22.2%
65 and over	35.6%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Ericson, NE 10 mi Spalding, NE 17 mi Greeley Center, NE 23 mi Primrose, NE 24 mi Chambers, NE 24 mi

ZIP Codes in Bartlett

Bartlett, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code:

68622

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bartlett, NE affordable or expensive?

Bartlett's cost of living index is 84, where 100 is the national average. That makes Bartlett roughly 16% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $74,400 and median rent is $525/month.

What is the crime rate in Bartlett, NE?

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

What are the schools like in Bartlett?

Public schools in Bartlett are operated by WHEELER CENTRAL SCHOOLS. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 6.7:1. 40.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Bartlett, NE a good place to live?

Bartlett, NE has a population of 149, a median household income of $44,250, and an unemployment rate of 6.0%. 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 Bartlett?

Bartlett averages 34.5°F in January and 87.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 27.2 inches with about 35.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Bartlett?

Bartlett, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code: 68622.

What is the population of Bartlett?

The population of Bartlett, Nebraska is 149 with a median age of 54.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Bartlett?

Key numbers for living in Bartlett: cost of living index 84 (100 = US average), median home $74,400, median household income $44,250, schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Bartlett side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.