What are the schools like in Oshkosh, NE?

Oshkosh is served primarily by GARDEN COUNTY SCHOOLS. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 9.4:1.

What is the median household income in Oshkosh?

The median household income in Oshkosh, NE is $38,650 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 4.7%.

What is the weather like in Oshkosh, NE?

Oshkosh has an average high temperature of 39.7°F in January and 88.3°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 27.7 inches.

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

Q: Is Oshkosh, NE affordable or expensive?

Oshkosh's cost of living index is 87, where 100 represents the national average. This means Oshkosh is 13% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $76,000 and the median rent is $773 per month.

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

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

Is Oshkosh, NE a Good Place to Live?

Oshkosh is a small town of 965 in Nebraska, with a median household income of $38,650 and a 4.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 87 (US average = 100), which is 13% below the national average.

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

All Oshkosh 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: 86.8

Oshkosh's overall cost of living index is 86.8, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Oshkosh costs roughly 13% less than the average American city.

Metric	Oshkosh, NE	National Avg
Median Home Value	$76,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$773	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	82.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$38,650	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Oshkosh is served primarily by GARDEN COUNTY SCHOOLS. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.4:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Oshkosh, NE	National Avg
School District	GARDEN COUNTY SCHOOLS	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	9.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	24.2%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	96.3%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Oshkosh sees average highs of 39.7°F in January and 88.3°F in July, with 17.9 inches of annual precipitation and 27.7 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Oshkosh, NE
Average High — January	39.7°F
Average High — July	88.3°F
Annual Precipitation	17.9"
Annual Snowfall	27.7"

Demographics

Metric	Oshkosh, NE	National Avg
Population	965	—
Median Age	35.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	4.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	11.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	90.3%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	8.7%	18.9%
Asian	0.3%	6.3%
Under 18	30.4%	22.2%
65 and over	21.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Lewellen, NE 12 mi Lisco, NE 16 mi Belmar, NE 22 mi Chappell, NE 23 mi Lodgepole, NE 24 mi

ZIP Codes in Oshkosh

Oshkosh, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code:

69154

Oshkosh vs Other Cities

Oshkosh, NE vs Lewellen, NE Oshkosh, NE vs Lisco, NE Oshkosh, NE vs Belmar, NE Oshkosh, NE vs Chappell, NE Oshkosh, NE vs Lodgepole, NE

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oshkosh, NE affordable or expensive?

Oshkosh's cost of living index is 87, where 100 is the national average. That makes Oshkosh roughly 13% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $76,000 and median rent is $773/month.

What is the crime rate in Oshkosh, NE?

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

What are the schools like in Oshkosh?

Public schools in Oshkosh are operated by GARDEN COUNTY SCHOOLS. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.4:1. 24.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Oshkosh, NE a good place to live?

Oshkosh, NE has a population of 965, a median household income of $38,650, and an unemployment rate of 4.7%. 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 Oshkosh?

Oshkosh averages 39.7°F in January and 88.3°F in July. Annual rainfall is 17.9 inches with about 27.7 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Oshkosh?

Oshkosh, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code: 69154.

What is the population of Oshkosh?

The population of Oshkosh, Nebraska is 965 with a median age of 35.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Oshkosh?

Key numbers for living in Oshkosh: cost of living index 87 (100 = US average), median home $76,000, median household income $38,650, schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Oshkosh side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.