What are the schools like in Mullen, NE?

Mullen is served primarily by MULLEN PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 8.1:1.

What is the median household income in Mullen?

The median household income in Mullen, NE is $41,944 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 Mullen, NE?

Mullen has an average high temperature of 36.9°F in January and 86.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 41.8 inches.

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

Q: Is Mullen, NE affordable or expensive?

Mullen's cost of living index is 84, where 100 represents the national average. This means Mullen is 16% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $74,000 and the median rent is $589 per month.

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

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

Is Mullen, NE a Good Place to Live?

Mullen is a small town of 453 in Nebraska, with a median household income of $41,944 . Its cost of living index is 84 (US average = 100), which is 16% below the national average.

Strengths: Mullen stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (A-), short average commutes.

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

All Mullen 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: 84.5

Mullen's overall cost of living index is 84.5, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Mullen costs roughly 16% less than the average American city.

Metric	Mullen, NE	National Avg
Median Home Value	$74,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$589	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	45.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$41,944	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Mullen is served primarily by MULLEN PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.1:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Mullen, NE	National Avg
School District	MULLEN PUBLIC SCHOOLS	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	8.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	32.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	93.3%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Mullen sees average highs of 36.9°F in January and 86.0°F in July, with 24.2 inches of annual precipitation and 41.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Mullen, NE
Average High — January	36.9°F
Average High — July	86.0°F
Annual Precipitation	24.2"
Annual Snowfall	41.8"

Demographics

Metric	Mullen, NE	National Avg
Population	453	—
Median Age	41.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	20.7 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	87.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	12.4%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	22.1%	22.2%
65 and over	19.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Seneca, NE 11 mi Thedford, NE 25 mi Brownlee, NE 27 mi Tryon, NE 34 mi Hyannis, NE 37 mi

ZIP Codes in Mullen

Mullen, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code:

69152

Mullen vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mullen, NE affordable or expensive?

Mullen's cost of living index is 84, where 100 is the national average. That makes Mullen roughly 16% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $74,000 and median rent is $589/month.

What is the crime rate in Mullen, NE?

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

What are the schools like in Mullen?

Public schools in Mullen are operated by MULLEN PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.1:1. 32.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Mullen, NE a good place to live?

Mullen, NE has a population of 453, a median household income of $41,944, 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 Mullen?

Mullen averages 36.9°F in January and 86.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 24.2 inches with about 41.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Mullen?

Mullen, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code: 69152.

What is the population of Mullen?

The population of Mullen, Nebraska is 453 with a median age of 41.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Mullen?

Key numbers for living in Mullen: cost of living index 84 (100 = US average), median home $74,000, median household income $41,944, schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Mullen side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.