What are the schools like in Cedar Rapids, NE?

Cedar Rapids is served primarily by RIVERSIDE PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 8.5:1.

What is the median household income in Cedar Rapids?

The median household income in Cedar Rapids, NE is $51,250 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.

What is the weather like in Cedar Rapids, NE?

Cedar Rapids has an average high temperature of 32.7°F in January and 84.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 24.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Cedar Rapids, NE affordable or expensive?

Cedar Rapids's cost of living index is 86, where 100 represents the national average. This means Cedar Rapids is 14% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $79,500 and the median rent is $700 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Cedar Rapids, NE?

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

Is Cedar Rapids, NE a Good Place to Live?

Cedar Rapids is a small town of 585 in Nebraska, with a median household income of $51,250 . Its cost of living index is 86 (US average = 100), which is 14% below the national average.

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

All Cedar Rapids 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: 86.2

Cedar Rapids's overall cost of living index is 86.2, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Cedar Rapids costs roughly 14% less than the average American city.

Metric	Cedar Rapids, NE	National Avg
Median Home Value	$79,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$700	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	92.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$51,250	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Cedar Rapids is served primarily by RIVERSIDE PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.5:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Cedar Rapids, NE	National Avg
School District	RIVERSIDE PUBLIC SCHOOLS	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	8.5:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	21.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	92.5%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Cedar Rapids sees average highs of 32.7°F in January and 84.8°F in July, with 27.1 inches of annual precipitation and 24.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Cedar Rapids, NE
Average High — January	32.7°F
Average High — July	84.8°F
Annual Precipitation	27.1"
Annual Snowfall	24.2"

Demographics

Metric	Cedar Rapids, NE	National Avg
Population	585	—
Median Age	35.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	24.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	92.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.7%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.9%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	33.0%	22.2%
65 and over	14.9%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Primrose, NE 6 mi Belgrade, NE 7 mi Albion, NE 12 mi Spalding, NE 14 mi Loretto, NE 15 mi

ZIP Codes in Cedar Rapids

Cedar Rapids, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code:

68627

Cedar Rapids vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cedar Rapids, NE affordable or expensive?

Cedar Rapids's cost of living index is 86, where 100 is the national average. That makes Cedar Rapids roughly 14% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $79,500 and median rent is $700/month.

What is the crime rate in Cedar Rapids, NE?

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

What are the schools like in Cedar Rapids?

Public schools in Cedar Rapids are operated by RIVERSIDE PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The district has 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.5:1. 21.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Cedar Rapids, NE a good place to live?

Cedar Rapids, NE has a population of 585, a median household income of $51,250, and an unemployment rate of 0.0%. 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 Cedar Rapids?

Cedar Rapids averages 32.7°F in January and 84.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 27.1 inches with about 24.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Cedar Rapids?

Cedar Rapids, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code: 68627.

What is the population of Cedar Rapids?

The population of Cedar Rapids, Nebraska is 585 with a median age of 35.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Cedar Rapids?

Key numbers for living in Cedar Rapids: cost of living index 86 (100 = US average), median home $79,500, median household income $51,250, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Cedar Rapids side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.