What are the schools like in St. Edward, NE?

St. Edward is served primarily by ST EDWARD PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 6.9:1.

What is the median household income in St. Edward?

The median household income in St. Edward, NE is $47,222 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.4%.

What is the weather like in St. Edward, NE?

St. Edward has an average high temperature of 34.2°F in January and 85.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 28.9 inches.

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

Q: Is St. Edward, NE affordable or expensive?

St. Edward's cost of living index is 86, where 100 represents the national average. This means St. Edward is 14% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $104,900 and the median rent is $595 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in St. Edward, NE?

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

Is St. Edward, NE a Good Place to Live?

St. Edward is a small town of 596 in Nebraska, with a median household income of $47,222 and a 2.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 86 (US average = 100), which is 14% below the national average.

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

All St. Edward 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

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

Metric	St. Edward, NE	National Avg
Median Home Value	$104,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$595	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	76.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$47,222	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

St. Edward is served primarily by ST EDWARD PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The student-to-teacher ratio is 6.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	St. Edward, NE	National Avg
School District	ST EDWARD PUBLIC SCHOOLS	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	6.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	11.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	91.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

St. Edward sees average highs of 34.2°F in January and 85.4°F in July, with 27.5 inches of annual precipitation and 28.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	St. Edward, NE
Average High — January	34.2°F
Average High — July	85.4°F
Annual Precipitation	27.5"
Annual Snowfall	28.9"

Demographics

Metric	St. Edward, NE	National Avg
Population	596	—
Median Age	51.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	16.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	94.3%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	3.5%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	18.3%	22.2%
65 and over	31.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in St. Edward

St. Edward, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code:

68660

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is St. Edward, NE affordable or expensive?

St. Edward's cost of living index is 86, where 100 is the national average. That makes St. Edward roughly 14% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $104,900 and median rent is $595/month.

What is the crime rate in St. Edward, NE?

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

What are the schools like in St. Edward?

Public schools in St. Edward are operated by ST EDWARD PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 6.9:1. 11.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is St. Edward, NE a good place to live?

St. Edward, NE has a population of 596, a median household income of $47,222, and an unemployment rate of 2.4%. 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 St. Edward?

St. Edward averages 34.2°F in January and 85.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 27.5 inches with about 28.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in St. Edward?

St. Edward, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code: 68660.

What is the population of St. Edward?

The population of St. Edward, Nebraska is 596 with a median age of 51.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in St. Edward?

Key numbers for living in St. Edward: cost of living index 86 (100 = US average), median home $104,900, median household income $47,222, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare St. Edward side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.