What are the schools like in Humboldt, NE?

Humboldt is served primarily by HUMBOLDT TABLE ROCK STEINAUER. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 8.3:1.

What is the median household income in Humboldt?

The median household income in Humboldt, NE is $42,708 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 7.6%.

What is the weather like in Humboldt, NE?

Humboldt has an average high temperature of 35.4°F in January and 88.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 21.4 inches.

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

Q: Is Humboldt, NE affordable or expensive?

Humboldt's cost of living index is 81, where 100 represents the national average. This means Humboldt is 19% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $51,800 and the median rent is $493 per month.

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

Humboldt has a violent crime rate of 127.1 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 623.0 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Humboldt, NE a Good Place to Live?

Humboldt is a small town of 876 in Nebraska, with a median household income of $42,708 and a 7.6% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 81 (US average = 100), which is 19% below the national average.

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

All Humboldt 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: 81.3

Humboldt's overall cost of living index is 81.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Humboldt costs roughly 19% less than the average American city.

Metric	Humboldt, NE	National Avg
Median Home Value	$51,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$493	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	65.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$42,708	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Humboldt's violent crime rate is 127.1 per 100,000 residents — 67% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

127.1 /100k

Property Crime

623.0 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Humboldt is served primarily by HUMBOLDT TABLE ROCK STEINAUER. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.3:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Humboldt, NE	National Avg
School District	HUMBOLDT TABLE ROCK STEINAUER	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	8.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	12.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	83.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Humboldt sees average highs of 35.4°F in January and 88.4°F in July, with 35.1 inches of annual precipitation and 21.4 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Humboldt, NE
Average High — January	35.4°F
Average High — July	88.4°F
Annual Precipitation	35.1"
Annual Snowfall	21.4"

Demographics

Metric	Humboldt, NE	National Avg
Population	876	—
Median Age	50.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	7.6%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	20.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	85.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	6.3%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.3%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	14.0%	22.2%
65 and over	24.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Dawson, NE 6 mi Table Rock, NE 8 mi Stella, NE 10 mi Du Bois, NE 11 mi Pawnee City, NE 12 mi

ZIP Codes in Humboldt

Humboldt, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code:

68376

Humboldt vs Other Cities

Humboldt, NE vs Dawson, NE Humboldt, NE vs Table Rock, NE Humboldt, NE vs Stella, NE Humboldt, NE vs Du Bois, NE Humboldt, NE vs Pawnee City, NE

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Humboldt, NE affordable or expensive?

Humboldt's cost of living index is 81, where 100 is the national average. That makes Humboldt roughly 19% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $51,800 and median rent is $493/month.

What is the crime rate in Humboldt, NE?

Humboldt's violent crime rate is 127.1 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 623.0 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Humboldt?

Public schools in Humboldt are operated by HUMBOLDT TABLE ROCK STEINAUER. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.3:1. 12.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Humboldt, NE a good place to live?

Humboldt, NE has a population of 876, a median household income of $42,708, and an unemployment rate of 7.6%. 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 Humboldt?

Humboldt averages 35.4°F in January and 88.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 35.1 inches with about 21.4 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Humboldt?

Humboldt, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code: 68376.

What is the population of Humboldt?

The population of Humboldt, Nebraska is 876 with a median age of 50.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Humboldt?

Key numbers for living in Humboldt: cost of living index 81 (100 = US average), median home $51,800, median household income $42,708, crime index 32 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Humboldt side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.