What are the schools like in Niobrara, NE?

Niobrara is served primarily by ISANTI COMMUNITY SCHOOL. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 7.4:1.

What is the median household income in Niobrara?

The median household income in Niobrara, NE is $37,452 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 4.3%.

What is the weather like in Niobrara, NE?

Niobrara has an average high temperature of 34.2°F in January and 88.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.3 inches and annual snowfall averages 36.6 inches.

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

Q: Is Niobrara, NE affordable or expensive?

Niobrara's cost of living index is 86, where 100 represents the national average. This means Niobrara is 14% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $89,400 and the median rent is $659 per month.

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

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

Is Niobrara, NE a Good Place to Live?

Niobrara is a small town of 344 in Nebraska, with a median household income of $37,452 and a 4.3% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 86 (US average = 100), which is 14% below the national average.

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

All Niobrara 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: 86.3

Niobrara's overall cost of living index is 86.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Niobrara costs roughly 14% less than the average American city.

Metric	Niobrara, NE	National Avg
Median Home Value	$89,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$659	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	74.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$37,452	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Niobrara is served primarily by ISANTI COMMUNITY SCHOOL. The student-to-teacher ratio is 7.4:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Niobrara, NE	National Avg
School District	ISANTI COMMUNITY SCHOOL	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	7.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	20.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	90.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Niobrara sees average highs of 34.2°F in January and 88.2°F in July, with 24.3 inches of annual precipitation and 36.6 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Niobrara, NE
Average High — January	34.2°F
Average High — July	88.2°F
Annual Precipitation	24.3"
Annual Snowfall	36.6"

Demographics

Metric	Niobrara, NE	National Avg
Population	344	—
Median Age	55.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	4.3%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	14.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	89.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.6%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	24.4%	22.2%
65 and over	34.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Running Water, SD 3 mi Verdel, NE 9 mi Springfield, SD 10 mi Verdigre, NE 11 mi Santee, NE 11 mi

ZIP Codes in Niobrara

Niobrara, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code:

68760

Niobrara vs Other Cities

Niobrara, NE vs Running Water, SD Niobrara, NE vs Verdel, NE Niobrara, NE vs Springfield, SD Niobrara, NE vs Verdigre, NE Niobrara, NE vs Santee, NE

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Niobrara, NE affordable or expensive?

Niobrara's cost of living index is 86, where 100 is the national average. That makes Niobrara roughly 14% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $89,400 and median rent is $659/month.

What is the crime rate in Niobrara, NE?

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

What are the schools like in Niobrara?

Public schools in Niobrara are operated by ISANTI COMMUNITY SCHOOL. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 7.4:1. 20.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Niobrara, NE a good place to live?

Niobrara, NE has a population of 344, a median household income of $37,452, and an unemployment rate of 4.3%. 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 Niobrara?

Niobrara averages 34.2°F in January and 88.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 24.3 inches with about 36.6 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Niobrara?

Niobrara, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code: 68760.

What is the population of Niobrara?

The population of Niobrara, Nebraska is 344 with a median age of 55.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Niobrara?

Key numbers for living in Niobrara: cost of living index 86 (100 = US average), median home $89,400, median household income $37,452, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Niobrara side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.