What are the schools like in Litchfield, NE?

Litchfield is served primarily by LITCHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 7.1:1.

What is the median household income in Litchfield?

The median household income in Litchfield, NE is $55,893 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 1.7%.

What is the weather like in Litchfield, NE?

Litchfield has an average high temperature of 36.8°F in January and 87.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 25.9 inches.

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

Q: Is Litchfield, NE affordable or expensive?

Litchfield's cost of living index is 84, where 100 represents the national average. This means Litchfield is 16% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $65,000 and the median rent is $625 per month.

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

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

Is Litchfield, NE a Good Place to Live?

Litchfield is a small town of 298 in Nebraska, with a median household income of $55,893 and a 1.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 84 (US average = 100), which is 16% below the national average.

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

All Litchfield 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: 84.3

Litchfield's overall cost of living index is 84.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Litchfield costs roughly 16% less than the average American city.

Metric	Litchfield, NE	National Avg
Median Home Value	$65,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$625	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	80.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$55,893	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Litchfield is served primarily by LITCHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The student-to-teacher ratio is 7.1:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Litchfield, NE	National Avg
School District	LITCHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOLS	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	7.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	14.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	95.1%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Litchfield sees average highs of 36.8°F in January and 87.1°F in July, with 26.0 inches of annual precipitation and 25.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Litchfield, NE
Average High — January	36.8°F
Average High — July	87.1°F
Annual Precipitation	26.0"
Annual Snowfall	25.9"

Demographics

Metric	Litchfield, NE	National Avg
Population	298	—
Median Age	46.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	1.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	21.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	99.3%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.7%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	22.5%	22.2%
65 and over	14.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Hazard, NE 6 mi Mason City, NE 9 mi Loup City, NE 13 mi Pleasanton, NE 13 mi Ansley, NE 15 mi

ZIP Codes in Litchfield

Litchfield, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code:

68852

Litchfield vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Litchfield, NE affordable or expensive?

Litchfield's cost of living index is 84, where 100 is the national average. That makes Litchfield roughly 16% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $65,000 and median rent is $625/month.

What is the crime rate in Litchfield, NE?

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

What are the schools like in Litchfield?

Public schools in Litchfield are operated by LITCHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 7.1:1. 14.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Litchfield, NE a good place to live?

Litchfield, NE has a population of 298, a median household income of $55,893, and an unemployment rate of 1.7%. 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 Litchfield?

Litchfield averages 36.8°F in January and 87.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 26.0 inches with about 25.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Litchfield?

Litchfield, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code: 68852.

What is the population of Litchfield?

The population of Litchfield, Nebraska is 298 with a median age of 46.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Litchfield?

Key numbers for living in Litchfield: cost of living index 84 (100 = US average), median home $65,000, median household income $55,893, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Litchfield side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.