What are the schools like in Terrytown, NE?

School district data for Terrytown is sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).

What is the median household income in Terrytown?

The median household income in Terrytown, NE is $37,250 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 4.0%.

What is the weather like in Terrytown, NE?

Terrytown has an average high temperature of 41.1°F in January and 88.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 39.7 inches.

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

Q: Is Terrytown, NE affordable or expensive?

Terrytown's cost of living index is 88, where 100 represents the national average. This means Terrytown is 12% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $93,800 and the median rent is $798 per month.

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

Terrytown has a violent crime rate of 280.8 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1415.0 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Terrytown, NE a Good Place to Live?

Terrytown is a small town of 714 in Nebraska, with a median household income of $37,250 and a 4.0% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 88 (US average = 100), which is 12% below the national average.

Strengths: Terrytown stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Terrytown is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Terrytown 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: 88.1

Terrytown's overall cost of living index is 88.1, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Terrytown costs roughly 12% less than the average American city.

Metric	Terrytown, NE	National Avg
Median Home Value	$93,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$798	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	55.5%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$37,250	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Safer than Average

Terrytown's violent crime rate is 280.8 per 100,000 residents — 26% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

280.8 /100k

Property Crime

1415.0 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Metric	Terrytown, NE	National Avg
School District	N/A	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	N/A	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	13.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	76.5%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Terrytown sees average highs of 41.1°F in January and 88.9°F in July, with 16.1 inches of annual precipitation and 39.7 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Terrytown, NE
Average High — January	41.1°F
Average High — July	88.9°F
Annual Precipitation	16.1"
Annual Snowfall	39.7"

Demographics

Metric	Terrytown, NE	National Avg
Population	714	—
Median Age	38.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	4.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	17.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	69.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.5%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	25.5%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	27.3%	22.2%
65 and over	13.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Gering, NE 1 mi Scottsbluff, NE 2 mi Minatare, NE 9 mi Melbeta, NE 9 mi Mitchell, NE 10 mi

Terrytown vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Terrytown, NE affordable or expensive?

Terrytown's cost of living index is 88, where 100 is the national average. That makes Terrytown roughly 12% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $93,800 and median rent is $798/month.

What is the crime rate in Terrytown, NE?

Terrytown's violent crime rate is 280.8 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1415.0 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Terrytown?

School district information is sourced from NCES Common Core of Data.

Is Terrytown, NE a good place to live?

Terrytown, NE has a population of 714, a median household income of $37,250, 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 Terrytown?

Terrytown averages 41.1°F in January and 88.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 16.1 inches with about 39.7 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Terrytown?

The population of Terrytown, Nebraska is 714 with a median age of 38.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Terrytown?

Key numbers for living in Terrytown: cost of living index 88 (100 = US average), median home $93,800, median household income $37,250, crime index 71 (100 = US average, lower is safer). Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Terrytown side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.