What are the schools like in Stapleton, NE?

Stapleton is served primarily by STAPLETON PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 7.8:1.

What is the median household income in Stapleton?

The median household income in Stapleton, NE is $61,750 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 1.0%.

What is the weather like in Stapleton, NE?

Stapleton has an average high temperature of 37.3°F in January and 87.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.8 inches and annual snowfall averages 37.4 inches.

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

Q: Is Stapleton, NE affordable or expensive?

Stapleton's cost of living index is 86, where 100 represents the national average. This means Stapleton is 14% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $91,000 and the median rent is $625 per month.

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

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

Is Stapleton, NE a Good Place to Live?

Stapleton is a small town of 393 in Nebraska, with a median household income of $61,750 and a 1.0% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 86 (US average = 100), which is 14% below the national average.

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

All Stapleton 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: 86.0

Stapleton's overall cost of living index is 86.0, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Stapleton costs roughly 14% less than the average American city.

Metric	Stapleton, NE	National Avg
Median Home Value	$91,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$625	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	87.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$61,750	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Stapleton is served primarily by STAPLETON PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The student-to-teacher ratio is 7.8:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Stapleton, NE	National Avg
School District	STAPLETON PUBLIC SCHOOLS	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	7.8:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	25.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	95.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Stapleton sees average highs of 37.3°F in January and 87.1°F in July, with 23.8 inches of annual precipitation and 37.4 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Stapleton, NE
Average High — January	37.3°F
Average High — July	87.1°F
Annual Precipitation	23.8"
Annual Snowfall	37.4"

Demographics

Metric	Stapleton, NE	National Avg
Population	393	—
Median Age	44.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	1.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	23.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	78.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.8%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	28.5%	22.2%
65 and over	20.9%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Gandy, NE 3 mi Arnold, NE 17 mi Tryon, NE 23 mi North Platte, NE 28 mi Maxwell, NE 28 mi

ZIP Codes in Stapleton

Stapleton, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code:

69163

Stapleton vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Stapleton, NE affordable or expensive?

Stapleton's cost of living index is 86, where 100 is the national average. That makes Stapleton roughly 14% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $91,000 and median rent is $625/month.

What is the crime rate in Stapleton, NE?

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

What are the schools like in Stapleton?

Public schools in Stapleton are operated by STAPLETON PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 7.8:1. 25.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Stapleton, NE a good place to live?

Stapleton, NE has a population of 393, a median household income of $61,750, and an unemployment rate of 1.0%. 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 Stapleton?

Stapleton averages 37.3°F in January and 87.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 23.8 inches with about 37.4 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Stapleton?

Stapleton, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code: 69163.

What is the population of Stapleton?

The population of Stapleton, Nebraska is 393 with a median age of 44.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Stapleton?

Key numbers for living in Stapleton: cost of living index 86 (100 = US average), median home $91,000, median household income $61,750, schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Stapleton side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.