What are the schools like in Thedford, NE?

Thedford is served primarily by THEDFORD PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 7.2:1.

What is the median household income in Thedford?

The median household income in Thedford, NE is $71,174 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.0%.

What is the weather like in Thedford, NE?

Thedford has an average high temperature of 38.5°F in January and 88.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 41.8 inches.

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

Q: Is Thedford, NE affordable or expensive?

Thedford's cost of living index is 85, where 100 represents the national average. This means Thedford is 15% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $68,600 and the median rent is $661 per month.

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

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

Is Thedford, NE a Good Place to Live?

Thedford is a small town of 198 in Nebraska, with a median household income of $71,174 and a 2.0% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 85 (US average = 100), which is 15% below the national average.

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

All Thedford 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: 85.1

Thedford's overall cost of living index is 85.1, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Thedford costs roughly 15% less than the average American city.

Metric	Thedford, NE	National Avg
Median Home Value	$68,600	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$661	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	59.5%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$71,174	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Thedford is served primarily by THEDFORD PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The student-to-teacher ratio is 7.2:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Thedford, NE	National Avg
School District	THEDFORD PUBLIC SCHOOLS	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	7.2:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	22.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	90.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Thedford sees average highs of 38.5°F in January and 88.0°F in July, with 24.5 inches of annual precipitation and 41.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Thedford, NE
Average High — January	38.5°F
Average High — July	88.0°F
Annual Precipitation	24.5"
Annual Snowfall	41.8"

Demographics

Metric	Thedford, NE	National Avg
Population	198	—
Median Age	31.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	9.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	80.3%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	5.6%	22.2%
65 and over	22.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Seneca, NE 14 mi Halsey, NE 17 mi Brownlee, NE 22 mi Mullen, NE 25 mi Dunning, NE 26 mi

ZIP Codes in Thedford

Thedford, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code:

69166

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Thedford, NE affordable or expensive?

Thedford's cost of living index is 85, where 100 is the national average. That makes Thedford roughly 15% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $68,600 and median rent is $661/month.

What is the crime rate in Thedford, NE?

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

What are the schools like in Thedford?

Public schools in Thedford are operated by THEDFORD PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 7.2:1. 22.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Thedford, NE a good place to live?

Thedford, NE has a population of 198, a median household income of $71,174, and an unemployment rate of 2.0%. 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 Thedford?

Thedford averages 38.5°F in January and 88.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 24.5 inches with about 41.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Thedford?

Thedford, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code: 69166.

What is the population of Thedford?

The population of Thedford, Nebraska is 198 with a median age of 31.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Thedford?

Key numbers for living in Thedford: cost of living index 85 (100 = US average), median home $68,600, median household income $71,174, schools rated A. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Thedford side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.