What are the schools like in Neligh, NE?

Neligh is served primarily by NELIGH-OAKDALE SCHOOLS. The district operates 2 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.9:1.

What is the median household income in Neligh?

The median household income in Neligh, NE is $61,484 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 4.0%.

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

Q: Is Neligh, NE affordable or expensive?

Neligh's cost of living index is 91, where 100 represents the national average. This means Neligh is 9% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $126,200 and the median rent is $938 per month.

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

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

Q: What is the weather like in Neligh, NE?

Neligh has an average high temperature of 31.8°F in January and 83.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 36.6 inches.

Is Neligh, NE a Good Place to Live?

Neligh is a small town of 1,624 in Nebraska, with a median household income of $61,484 and a 4.0% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 91 (US average = 100), which is 9% below the national average.

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

All Neligh 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: 90.9

Neligh's overall cost of living index is 90.9, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Neligh costs roughly 9% less than the average American city.

Metric	Neligh, NE	National Avg
Median Home Value	$126,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$938	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	72.8%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$61,484	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Neligh is served primarily by NELIGH-OAKDALE SCHOOLS. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Neligh, NE	National Avg
School District	NELIGH-OAKDALE SCHOOLS	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	19.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	93.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Neligh sees average highs of 31.8°F in January and 83.2°F in July, with 28.9 inches of annual precipitation and 36.6 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Neligh, NE
Average High — January	31.8°F
Average High — July	83.2°F
Annual Precipitation	28.9"
Annual Snowfall	36.6"

Demographics

Metric	Neligh, NE	National Avg
Population	1,624	—
Median Age	39.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	4.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	11.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	93.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.3%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	4.8%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	28.7%	22.2%
65 and over	23.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Oakdale, NE 5 mi Clearwater, NE 9 mi Elgin, NE 10 mi Tilden, NE 12 mi Brunswick, NE 15 mi

ZIP Codes in Neligh

Neligh, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code:

68756

Neligh vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Neligh, NE affordable or expensive?

Neligh's cost of living index is 91, where 100 is the national average. That makes Neligh roughly 9% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $126,200 and median rent is $938/month.

What is the crime rate in Neligh, NE?

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

What are the schools like in Neligh?

Public schools in Neligh are operated by NELIGH-OAKDALE SCHOOLS. The district has 2 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.9:1. 19.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Neligh, NE a good place to live?

Neligh, NE has a population of 1,624, a median household income of $61,484, and an unemployment rate of 4.0%. 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 Neligh?

Neligh averages 31.8°F in January and 83.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 28.9 inches with about 36.6 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Neligh?

Neligh, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code: 68756.

What is the population of Neligh?

The population of Neligh, Nebraska is 1,624 with a median age of 39.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Neligh?

Key numbers for living in Neligh: cost of living index 91 (100 = US average), median home $126,200, median household income $61,484, schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Neligh side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.