What are the schools like in Chappell, NE?

Chappell is served primarily by CREEK VALLEY SCHOOLS. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 8.8:1.

What is the median household income in Chappell?

The median household income in Chappell, NE is $53,276 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.3%.

What is the weather like in Chappell, NE?

Chappell has an average high temperature of 39.5°F in January and 87.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 27.9 inches.

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

Q: Is Chappell, NE affordable or expensive?

Chappell's cost of living index is 84, where 100 represents the national average. This means Chappell is 16% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $80,500 and the median rent is $525 per month.

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

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

Is Chappell, NE a Good Place to Live?

Chappell is a small town of 889 in Nebraska, with a median household income of $53,276 and a 3.3% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 84 (US average = 100), which is 16% below the national average.

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

All Chappell 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: 84.0

Chappell's overall cost of living index is 84.0, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Chappell costs roughly 16% less than the average American city.

Metric	Chappell, NE	National Avg
Median Home Value	$80,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$525	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	85.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$53,276	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Chappell is served primarily by CREEK VALLEY SCHOOLS. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.8:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Chappell, NE	National Avg
School District	CREEK VALLEY SCHOOLS	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	8.8:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	18.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	87.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Chappell sees average highs of 39.5°F in January and 87.4°F in July, with 19.0 inches of annual precipitation and 27.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Chappell, NE
Average High — January	39.5°F
Average High — July	87.4°F
Annual Precipitation	19.0"
Annual Snowfall	27.9"

Demographics

Metric	Chappell, NE	National Avg
Population	889	—
Median Age	50.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.3%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	22.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	88.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	10.5%	18.9%
Asian	0.4%	6.3%
Under 18	16.6%	22.2%
65 and over	28.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Lodgepole, NE 10 mi Ovid, CO 10 mi Sedgwick, CO 11 mi Julesburg, CO 13 mi Sunol, NE 16 mi

ZIP Codes in Chappell

Chappell, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code:

69129

Chappell vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chappell, NE affordable or expensive?

Chappell's cost of living index is 84, where 100 is the national average. That makes Chappell roughly 16% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $80,500 and median rent is $525/month.

What is the crime rate in Chappell, NE?

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

What are the schools like in Chappell?

Public schools in Chappell are operated by CREEK VALLEY SCHOOLS. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.8:1. 18.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Chappell, NE a good place to live?

Chappell, NE has a population of 889, a median household income of $53,276, and an unemployment rate of 3.3%. 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 Chappell?

Chappell averages 39.5°F in January and 87.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 19.0 inches with about 27.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Chappell?

Chappell, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code: 69129.

What is the population of Chappell?

The population of Chappell, Nebraska is 889 with a median age of 50.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Chappell?

Key numbers for living in Chappell: cost of living index 84 (100 = US average), median home $80,500, median household income $53,276, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Chappell side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.