What are the schools like in Kilgore, NE?

Kilgore is served primarily by CODY-KILGORE PUBLIC SCHS. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 7.6:1.

What is the median household income in Kilgore?

The median household income in Kilgore, NE is N/A according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.

What is the weather like in Kilgore, NE?

Kilgore has an average high temperature of 33.1°F in January and 84.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 38.2 inches.

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

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

Kilgore has a violent crime rate of 140.6 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 509.8 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Kilgore, NE a Good Place to Live?

Kilgore is a small town of 116 in Nebraska, with a median household income of N/A .

Strengths: Kilgore stands out for below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Kilgore is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Kilgore city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Cost of living data is based on the Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities for the Kilgore metro area.

Metric	Kilgore, NE	National Avg
Median Home Value	$49,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	N/A	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	97.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	N/A	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Kilgore's violent crime rate is 140.6 per 100,000 residents — 63% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

140.6 /100k

Property Crime

509.8 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Kilgore is served primarily by CODY-KILGORE PUBLIC SCHS. The student-to-teacher ratio is 7.6:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Kilgore, NE	National Avg
School District	CODY-KILGORE PUBLIC SCHS	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	7.6:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	12.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	89.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Kilgore sees average highs of 33.1°F in January and 84.7°F in July, with 22.6 inches of annual precipitation and 38.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Kilgore, NE
Average High — January	33.1°F
Average High — July	84.7°F
Annual Precipitation	22.6"
Annual Snowfall	38.2"

Demographics

Metric	Kilgore, NE	National Avg
Population	116	—
Median Age	52.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	17.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	73.3%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	15.5%	22.2%
65 and over	10.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Nenzel, NE 7 mi Crookston, NE 10 mi Spring Creek, SD 13 mi St. Francis, SD 14 mi Cody, NE 15 mi

ZIP Codes in Kilgore

Kilgore, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code:

69216

Kilgore vs Other Cities

Kilgore, NE vs Nenzel, NE Kilgore, NE vs Crookston, NE Kilgore, NE vs Spring Creek, SD Kilgore, NE vs St. Francis, SD Kilgore, NE vs Cody, NE

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kilgore, NE affordable or expensive?

Kilgore has a median home value of $49,300 and median rent of N/A/month against a median household income of N/A.

What is the crime rate in Kilgore, NE?

Kilgore's violent crime rate is 140.6 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 509.8 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Kilgore?

Public schools in Kilgore are operated by CODY-KILGORE PUBLIC SCHS. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 7.6:1. 12.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Kilgore, NE a good place to live?

Kilgore, NE has a population of 116, a median household income of N/A, and an unemployment rate of 0.0%. 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 Kilgore?

Kilgore averages 33.1°F in January and 84.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 22.6 inches with about 38.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Kilgore?

Kilgore, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code: 69216.

What is the population of Kilgore?

The population of Kilgore, Nebraska is 116 with a median age of 52.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Kilgore?

Key numbers for living in Kilgore: median home $49,300, median household income N/A, 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 Kilgore side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.