What are the schools like in Exeter, NE?

Exeter is served primarily by EXETER-MILLIGAN PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 8.6:1.

What is the median household income in Exeter?

The median household income in Exeter, NE is $62,917 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.9%.

What is the weather like in Exeter, NE?

Exeter has an average high temperature of 34.5°F in January and 87.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.7 inches and annual snowfall averages 24.7 inches.

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

Q: Is Exeter, NE affordable or expensive?

Exeter's cost of living index is 88, where 100 represents the national average. This means Exeter is 12% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $91,100 and the median rent is $750 per month.

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

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

Is Exeter, NE a Good Place to Live?

Exeter is a small town of 524 in Nebraska, with a median household income of $62,917 and a 0.9% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 88 (US average = 100), which is 12% below the national average.

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

All Exeter 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: 87.5

Exeter's overall cost of living index is 87.5, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Exeter costs roughly 12% less than the average American city.

Metric	Exeter, NE	National Avg
Median Home Value	$91,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$750	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	82.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$62,917	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Exeter is served primarily by EXETER-MILLIGAN PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.6:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Exeter, NE	National Avg
School District	EXETER-MILLIGAN PUBLIC SCHOOLS	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	8.6:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	27.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	87.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Exeter sees average highs of 34.5°F in January and 87.0°F in July, with 29.7 inches of annual precipitation and 24.7 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Exeter, NE
Average High — January	34.5°F
Average High — July	87.0°F
Annual Precipitation	29.7"
Annual Snowfall	24.7"

Demographics

Metric	Exeter, NE	National Avg
Population	524	—
Median Age	56.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.9%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	22.1 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	98.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	8.4%	22.2%
65 and over	25.6%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Cordova, NE 7 mi Fairmont, NE 7 mi Friend, NE 9 mi Milligan, NE 10 mi McCool Junction, NE 11 mi

ZIP Codes in Exeter

Exeter, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code:

68351

Exeter vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Exeter, NE affordable or expensive?

Exeter's cost of living index is 88, where 100 is the national average. That makes Exeter roughly 12% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $91,100 and median rent is $750/month.

What is the crime rate in Exeter, NE?

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

What are the schools like in Exeter?

Public schools in Exeter are operated by EXETER-MILLIGAN PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.6:1. 27.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Exeter, NE a good place to live?

Exeter, NE has a population of 524, a median household income of $62,917, and an unemployment rate of 0.9%. 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 Exeter?

Exeter averages 34.5°F in January and 87.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 29.7 inches with about 24.7 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Exeter?

Exeter, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code: 68351.

What is the population of Exeter?

The population of Exeter, Nebraska is 524 with a median age of 56.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Exeter?

Key numbers for living in Exeter: cost of living index 88 (100 = US average), median home $91,100, median household income $62,917, schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Exeter side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.