What are the schools like in Big Springs, NE?

Big Springs is served primarily by SOUTH PLATTE PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.1:1.

What is the median household income in Big Springs?

The median household income in Big Springs, NE is $65,694 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.5%.

What is the weather like in Big Springs, NE?

Big Springs has an average high temperature of 41.9°F in January and 89.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 27.7 inches.

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

Q: Is Big Springs, NE affordable or expensive?

Big Springs's cost of living index is 88, where 100 represents the national average. This means Big Springs is 12% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $92,800 and the median rent is $778 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Big Springs, NE?

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

Is Big Springs, NE a Good Place to Live?

Big Springs is a small town of 479 in Nebraska, with a median household income of $65,694 and a 3.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 88 (US average = 100), which is 12% below the national average.

Strengths: Big Springs 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 Big Springs is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Big Springs 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: 87.8

Big Springs's overall cost of living index is 87.8, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Big Springs costs roughly 12% less than the average American city.

Metric	Big Springs, NE	National Avg
Median Home Value	$92,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$778	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	80.5%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$65,694	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Big Springs is served primarily by SOUTH PLATTE PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.1:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Big Springs, NE	National Avg
School District	SOUTH PLATTE PUBLIC SCHOOLS	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	18.2%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	87.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Big Springs sees average highs of 41.9°F in January and 89.5°F in July, with 17.6 inches of annual precipitation and 27.7 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Big Springs, NE
Average High — January	41.9°F
Average High — July	89.5°F
Annual Precipitation	17.6"
Annual Snowfall	27.7"

Demographics

Metric	Big Springs, NE	National Avg
Population	479	—
Median Age	53.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	21.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	90.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.4%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	3.1%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	16.9%	22.2%
65 and over	31.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Big Springs

Big Springs, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code:

69122

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Big Springs, NE affordable or expensive?

Big Springs's cost of living index is 88, where 100 is the national average. That makes Big Springs roughly 12% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $92,800 and median rent is $778/month.

What is the crime rate in Big Springs, NE?

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

What are the schools like in Big Springs?

Public schools in Big Springs are operated by SOUTH PLATTE PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.1:1. 18.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Big Springs, NE a good place to live?

Big Springs, NE has a population of 479, a median household income of $65,694, and an unemployment rate of 3.5%. 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 Big Springs?

Big Springs averages 41.9°F in January and 89.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 17.6 inches with about 27.7 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Big Springs?

Big Springs, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code: 69122.

What is the population of Big Springs?

The population of Big Springs, Nebraska is 479 with a median age of 53.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Big Springs?

Key numbers for living in Big Springs: cost of living index 88 (100 = US average), median home $92,800, median household income $65,694, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Big Springs side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.