What are the schools like in Genoa, NE?

Genoa is served primarily by TWIN RIVER PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.3:1.

What is the median household income in Genoa?

The median household income in Genoa, NE is $57,917 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 5.1%.

What is the weather like in Genoa, NE?

Genoa has an average high temperature of 34.2°F in January and 85.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.7 inches and annual snowfall averages 28.9 inches.

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

Q: Is Genoa, NE affordable or expensive?

Genoa's cost of living index is 88, where 100 represents the national average. This means Genoa is 12% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $100,500 and the median rent is $808 per month.

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

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

Is Genoa, NE a Good Place to Live?

Genoa is a small town of 761 in Nebraska, with a median household income of $57,917 and a 5.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 88 (US average = 100), which is 12% below the national average.

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

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

All Genoa 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: 88.5

Genoa's overall cost of living index is 88.5, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Genoa costs roughly 12% less than the average American city.

Metric	Genoa, NE	National Avg
Median Home Value	$100,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$808	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	79.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$57,917	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Genoa is served primarily by TWIN RIVER PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.3:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Genoa, NE	National Avg
School District	TWIN RIVER PUBLIC SCHOOLS	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	14.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	92.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Genoa sees average highs of 34.2°F in January and 85.4°F in July, with 27.7 inches of annual precipitation and 28.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Genoa, NE
Average High — January	34.2°F
Average High — July	85.4°F
Annual Precipitation	27.7"
Annual Snowfall	28.9"

Demographics

Metric	Genoa, NE	National Avg
Population	761	—
Median Age	38.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	5.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	26.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	98.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.7%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	28.3%	22.2%
65 and over	21.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Monroe, NE 7 mi Silver Creek, NE 10 mi St. Edward, NE 11 mi Duncan, NE 13 mi Fullerton, NE 14 mi

ZIP Codes in Genoa

Genoa, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code:

68640

Genoa vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Genoa, NE affordable or expensive?

Genoa's cost of living index is 88, where 100 is the national average. That makes Genoa roughly 12% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $100,500 and median rent is $808/month.

What is the crime rate in Genoa, NE?

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

What are the schools like in Genoa?

Public schools in Genoa are operated by TWIN RIVER PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.3:1. 14.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Genoa, NE a good place to live?

Genoa, NE has a population of 761, a median household income of $57,917, and an unemployment rate of 5.1%. 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 Genoa?

Genoa averages 34.2°F in January and 85.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 27.7 inches with about 28.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Genoa?

Genoa, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code: 68640.

What is the population of Genoa?

The population of Genoa, Nebraska is 761 with a median age of 38.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Genoa?

Key numbers for living in Genoa: cost of living index 88 (100 = US average), median home $100,500, median household income $57,917, schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Genoa side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.