What are the schools like in Fullerton, NE?

Fullerton is served primarily by FULLERTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.0:1.

What is the median household income in Fullerton?

The median household income in Fullerton, NE is $51,466 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 Fullerton, NE?

Fullerton has an average high temperature of 34.2°F in January and 85.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 26.0 inches.

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

Q: Is Fullerton, NE affordable or expensive?

Fullerton's cost of living index is 87, where 100 represents the national average. This means Fullerton is 13% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $99,900 and the median rent is $677 per month.

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

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

Is Fullerton, NE a Good Place to Live?

Fullerton is a small town of 1,353 in Nebraska, with a median household income of $51,466 and a 6.0% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 87 (US average = 100), which is 13% below the national average.

Strengths: Fullerton stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B), short average commutes.

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

All Fullerton 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: 87.1

Fullerton's overall cost of living index is 87.1, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Fullerton costs roughly 13% less than the average American city.

Metric	Fullerton, NE	National Avg
Median Home Value	$99,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$677	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	79.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$51,466	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Fullerton is served primarily by FULLERTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.0:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Fullerton, NE	National Avg
School District	FULLERTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.0:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	16.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	86.5%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Fullerton sees average highs of 34.2°F in January and 85.4°F in July, with 27.4 inches of annual precipitation and 26.0 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Fullerton, NE
Average High — January	34.2°F
Average High — July	85.4°F
Annual Precipitation	27.4"
Annual Snowfall	26.0"

Demographics

Metric	Fullerton, NE	National Avg
Population	1,353	—
Median Age	39.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	24.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	92.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.7%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	3.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.4%	6.3%
Under 18	21.7%	22.2%
65 and over	23.9%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Belgrade, NE 9 mi Clarks, NE 12 mi Genoa, NE 14 mi St. Edward, NE 15 mi Archer, NE 16 mi

ZIP Codes in Fullerton

Fullerton, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code:

68638

Fullerton vs Other Cities

Fullerton, NE vs Belgrade, NE Fullerton, NE vs Clarks, NE Fullerton, NE vs Genoa, NE Fullerton, NE vs St. Edward, NE Fullerton, NE vs Archer, NE

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fullerton, NE affordable or expensive?

Fullerton's cost of living index is 87, where 100 is the national average. That makes Fullerton roughly 13% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $99,900 and median rent is $677/month.

What is the crime rate in Fullerton, NE?

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

What are the schools like in Fullerton?

Public schools in Fullerton are operated by FULLERTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.0:1. 16.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Fullerton, NE a good place to live?

Fullerton, NE has a population of 1,353, a median household income of $51,466, 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 Fullerton?

Fullerton averages 34.2°F in January and 85.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 27.4 inches with about 26.0 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Fullerton?

Fullerton, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code: 68638.

What is the population of Fullerton?

The population of Fullerton, Nebraska is 1,353 with a median age of 39.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Fullerton?

Key numbers for living in Fullerton: cost of living index 87 (100 = US average), median home $99,900, median household income $51,466, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Fullerton side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.