What are the schools like in Gothenburg, NE?

Gothenburg is served primarily by GOTHENBURG PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.2:1.

What is the median household income in Gothenburg?

The median household income in Gothenburg, NE is $84,615 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 Gothenburg, NE?

Gothenburg has an average high temperature of 38.8°F in January and 87.6°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 30.7 inches.

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

Q: Is Gothenburg, NE affordable or expensive?

Gothenburg's cost of living index is 91, where 100 represents the national average. This means Gothenburg is 9% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $152,700 and the median rent is $815 per month.

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

Gothenburg has a violent crime rate of 76.3 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 712.0 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Gothenburg, NE a Good Place to Live?

Gothenburg is a small town of 3,463 in Nebraska, with a median household income of $84,615 and a 3.3% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 91 (US average = 100), which is 9% below the national average.

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

All Gothenburg 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: 90.7

Gothenburg's overall cost of living index is 90.7, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Gothenburg costs roughly 9% less than the average American city.

Metric	Gothenburg, NE	National Avg
Median Home Value	$152,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$815	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	76.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$84,615	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Gothenburg's violent crime rate is 76.3 per 100,000 residents — 80% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

76.3 /100k

Property Crime

712.0 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Gothenburg is served primarily by GOTHENBURG PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.2:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Gothenburg, NE	National Avg
School District	GOTHENBURG PUBLIC SCHOOLS	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.2:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	22.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	91.7%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Gothenburg sees average highs of 38.8°F in January and 87.6°F in July, with 24.1 inches of annual precipitation and 30.7 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Gothenburg, NE
Average High — January	38.8°F
Average High — July	87.6°F
Annual Precipitation	24.1"
Annual Snowfall	30.7"

Demographics

Metric	Gothenburg, NE	National Avg
Population	3,463	—
Median Age	40.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.3%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	19.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	94.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.4%	18.9%
Asian	0.8%	6.3%
Under 18	25.4%	22.2%
65 and over	18.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Willow Island, NE 5 mi Cozad, NE 10 mi Brady, NE 13 mi Farnam, NE 15 mi Eustis, NE 19 mi

ZIP Codes in Gothenburg

Gothenburg, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code:

69138

Gothenburg vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gothenburg, NE affordable or expensive?

Gothenburg's cost of living index is 91, where 100 is the national average. That makes Gothenburg roughly 9% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $152,700 and median rent is $815/month.

What is the crime rate in Gothenburg, NE?

Gothenburg's violent crime rate is 76.3 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 712.0 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Gothenburg?

Public schools in Gothenburg are operated by GOTHENBURG PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.2:1. 22.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Gothenburg, NE a good place to live?

Gothenburg, NE has a population of 3,463, a median household income of $84,615, 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 Gothenburg?

Gothenburg averages 38.8°F in January and 87.6°F in July. Annual rainfall is 24.1 inches with about 30.7 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Gothenburg?

Gothenburg, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code: 69138.

What is the population of Gothenburg?

The population of Gothenburg, Nebraska is 3,463 with a median age of 40.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Gothenburg?

Key numbers for living in Gothenburg: cost of living index 91 (100 = US average), median home $152,700, median household income $84,615, crime index 26 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Gothenburg side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.