What are the schools like in Geneva, NE?

Geneva is served primarily by FILLMORE CENTRAL PUBLIC SCHS. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.0:1.

What is the median household income in Geneva?

The median household income in Geneva, NE is $86,667 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 1.0%.

What is the weather like in Geneva, NE?

Geneva has an average high temperature of 36.5°F in January and 86.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 21.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Geneva, NE affordable or expensive?

Geneva's cost of living index is 90, where 100 represents the national average. This means Geneva is 10% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $155,200 and the median rent is $756 per month.

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

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

Is Geneva, NE a Good Place to Live?

Geneva is a small town of 2,097 in Nebraska, with a median household income of $86,667 and a 1.0% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 90 (US average = 100), which is 10% below the national average.

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

All Geneva 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: 90.2

Geneva's overall cost of living index is 90.2, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Geneva costs roughly 10% less than the average American city.

Metric	Geneva, NE	National Avg
Median Home Value	$155,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$756	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	79.5%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$86,667	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Geneva is served primarily by FILLMORE CENTRAL PUBLIC SCHS. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.0:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Geneva, NE	National Avg
School District	FILLMORE CENTRAL PUBLIC SCHS	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.0:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	28.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	96.1%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Geneva sees average highs of 36.5°F in January and 86.5°F in July, with 28.2 inches of annual precipitation and 21.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Geneva, NE
Average High — January	36.5°F
Average High — July	86.5°F
Annual Precipitation	28.2"
Annual Snowfall	21.2"

Demographics

Metric	Geneva, NE	National Avg
Population	2,097	—
Median Age	42.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	1.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	14.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	91.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.8%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	3.3%	18.9%
Asian	1.2%	6.3%
Under 18	21.8%	22.2%
65 and over	24.6%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Fairmont, NE 7 mi Strang, NE 8 mi Grafton, NE 9 mi Shickley, NE 10 mi Exeter, NE 11 mi

ZIP Codes in Geneva

Geneva, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code:

68361

Geneva vs Other Cities

Geneva, NE vs Fairmont, NE Geneva, NE vs Strang, NE Geneva, NE vs Grafton, NE Geneva, NE vs Shickley, NE Geneva, NE vs Exeter, NE

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Geneva, NE affordable or expensive?

Geneva's cost of living index is 90, where 100 is the national average. That makes Geneva roughly 10% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $155,200 and median rent is $756/month.

What is the crime rate in Geneva, NE?

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

What are the schools like in Geneva?

Public schools in Geneva are operated by FILLMORE CENTRAL PUBLIC SCHS. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.0:1. 28.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Geneva, NE a good place to live?

Geneva, NE has a population of 2,097, a median household income of $86,667, and an unemployment rate of 1.0%. 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 Geneva?

Geneva averages 36.5°F in January and 86.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 28.2 inches with about 21.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Geneva?

Geneva, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code: 68361.

What is the population of Geneva?

The population of Geneva, Nebraska is 2,097 with a median age of 42.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Geneva?

Key numbers for living in Geneva: cost of living index 90 (100 = US average), median home $155,200, median household income $86,667, schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Geneva side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.