What are the schools like in Minden, NE?

Minden is served primarily by MINDEN PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.5:1.

What is the median household income in Minden?

The median household income in Minden, NE is $65,345 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 Minden, NE?

Minden has an average high temperature of 35.2°F in January and 86.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.7 inches and annual snowfall averages 24.8 inches.

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

Q: Is Minden, NE affordable or expensive?

Minden's cost of living index is 91, where 100 represents the national average. This means Minden is 9% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $180,200 and the median rent is $746 per month.

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

Minden has a violent crime rate of 63.7 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 509.6 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Minden, NE a Good Place to Live?

Minden is a small town of 3,099 in Nebraska, with a median household income of $65,345 . Its cost of living index is 91 (US average = 100), which is 9% below the national average.

Strengths: Minden stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, lower-than-average crime, solid school ratings (B+), short average commutes.

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

All Minden 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: 90.8

Minden's overall cost of living index is 90.8, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Minden costs roughly 9% less than the average American city.

Metric	Minden, NE	National Avg
Median Home Value	$180,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$746	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	78.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$65,345	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Minden's violent crime rate is 63.7 per 100,000 residents — 83% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

63.7 /100k

Property Crime

509.6 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Minden is served primarily by MINDEN PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.5:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Minden, NE	National Avg
School District	MINDEN PUBLIC SCHOOLS	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.5:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	24.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	88.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Minden sees average highs of 35.2°F in January and 86.7°F in July, with 25.7 inches of annual precipitation and 24.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Minden, NE
Average High — January	35.2°F
Average High — July	86.7°F
Annual Precipitation	25.7"
Annual Snowfall	24.8"

Demographics

Metric	Minden, NE	National Avg
Population	3,099	—
Median Age	37.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	18.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	92.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.1%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	7.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	27.3%	22.2%
65 and over	23.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Axtell, NE 9 mi Norman, NE 9 mi Heartwell, NE 11 mi Hildreth, NE 12 mi Upland, NE 13 mi

ZIP Codes in Minden

Minden, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code:

68959

Minden vs Other Cities

Minden, NE vs Axtell, NE Minden, NE vs Norman, NE Minden, NE vs Heartwell, NE Minden, NE vs Hildreth, NE Minden, NE vs Upland, NE

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Minden, NE affordable or expensive?

Minden's cost of living index is 91, where 100 is the national average. That makes Minden roughly 9% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $180,200 and median rent is $746/month.

What is the crime rate in Minden, NE?

Minden's violent crime rate is 63.7 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 509.6 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Minden?

Public schools in Minden are operated by MINDEN PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.5:1. 24.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Minden, NE a good place to live?

Minden, NE has a population of 3,099, a median household income of $65,345, and an unemployment rate of 0.0%. 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 Minden?

Minden averages 35.2°F in January and 86.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 25.7 inches with about 24.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Minden?

Minden, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code: 68959.

What is the population of Minden?

The population of Minden, Nebraska is 3,099 with a median age of 37.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Minden?

Key numbers for living in Minden: cost of living index 91 (100 = US average), median home $180,200, median household income $65,345, crime index 20 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Minden side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.