What are the schools like in Tryon, NE?

Tryon is served primarily by MC PHERSON COUNTY SCHOOLS. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 5.0:1.

What is the median household income in Tryon?

The median household income in Tryon, NE is $44,904 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.

What is the weather like in Tryon, NE?

Tryon has an average high temperature of 37.3°F in January and 87.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 37.4 inches.

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

Q: Is Tryon, NE affordable or expensive?

Tryon's cost of living index is 89, where 100 represents the national average. This means Tryon is 11% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $114,100 and the median rent is $755 per month.

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

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

Is Tryon, NE a Good Place to Live?

Tryon is a small town of 129 in Nebraska, with a median household income of $44,904 . Its cost of living index is 89 (US average = 100), which is 11% below the national average.

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

All Tryon 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: 88.6

Tryon's overall cost of living index is 88.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Tryon costs roughly 11% less than the average American city.

Metric	Tryon, NE	National Avg
Median Home Value	$114,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$755	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	74.5%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$44,904	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

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

Schools & Education

Tryon is served primarily by MC PHERSON COUNTY SCHOOLS. The student-to-teacher ratio is 5.0:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Tryon, NE	National Avg
School District	MC PHERSON COUNTY SCHOOLS	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	5.0:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	23.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	94.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Tryon sees average highs of 37.3°F in January and 87.1°F in July, with 24.6 inches of annual precipitation and 37.4 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Tryon, NE
Average High — January	37.3°F
Average High — July	87.1°F
Annual Precipitation	24.6"
Annual Snowfall	37.4"

Demographics

Metric	Tryon, NE	National Avg
Population	129	—
Median Age	53.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	19.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	96.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.6%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	27.1%	22.2%
65 and over	18.6%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Stapleton, NE 23 mi Gandy, NE 26 mi Hershey, NE 28 mi Sutherland, NE 29 mi North Platte, NE 31 mi

ZIP Codes in Tryon

Tryon, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code:

69167

Tryon vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tryon, NE affordable or expensive?

Tryon's cost of living index is 89, where 100 is the national average. That makes Tryon roughly 11% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $114,100 and median rent is $755/month.

What is the crime rate in Tryon, NE?

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

What are the schools like in Tryon?

Public schools in Tryon are operated by MC PHERSON COUNTY SCHOOLS. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 5.0:1. 23.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Tryon, NE a good place to live?

Tryon, NE has a population of 129, a median household income of $44,904, and an unemployment rate of 0.0%. 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 Tryon?

Tryon averages 37.3°F in January and 87.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 24.6 inches with about 37.4 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Tryon?

Tryon, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code: 69167.

What is the population of Tryon?

The population of Tryon, Nebraska is 129 with a median age of 53.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Tryon?

Key numbers for living in Tryon: cost of living index 89 (100 = US average), median home $114,100, median household income $44,904, crime index 4 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Tryon side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.