What are the schools like in Verdigre, NE?

Verdigre is served primarily by VERDIGRE PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 9.1:1.

What is the median household income in Verdigre?

The median household income in Verdigre, NE is $50,250 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 5.3%.

What is the weather like in Verdigre, NE?

Verdigre has an average high temperature of 34.2°F in January and 88.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.3 inches and annual snowfall averages 35.6 inches.

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

Q: Is Verdigre, NE affordable or expensive?

Verdigre's cost of living index is 84, where 100 represents the national average. This means Verdigre is 16% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $86,200 and the median rent is $512 per month.

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

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

Is Verdigre, NE a Good Place to Live?

Verdigre is a small town of 609 in Nebraska, with a median household income of $50,250 and a 5.3% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 84 (US average = 100), which is 16% below the national average.

Strengths: Verdigre stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (A-), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Verdigre is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Verdigre 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: 84.1

Verdigre's overall cost of living index is 84.1, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Verdigre costs roughly 16% less than the average American city.

Metric	Verdigre, NE	National Avg
Median Home Value	$86,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$512	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	68.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$50,250	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Verdigre is served primarily by VERDIGRE PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.1:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Verdigre, NE	National Avg
School District	VERDIGRE PUBLIC SCHOOLS	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	9.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	22.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	92.3%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Verdigre sees average highs of 34.2°F in January and 88.2°F in July, with 24.3 inches of annual precipitation and 35.6 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Verdigre, NE
Average High — January	34.2°F
Average High — July	88.2°F
Annual Precipitation	24.3"
Annual Snowfall	35.6"

Demographics

Metric	Verdigre, NE	National Avg
Population	609	—
Median Age	43.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	5.3%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	13.1 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	75.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.1%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	25.1%	22.2%
65 and over	25.1%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Winnetoon, NE 7 mi Center, NE 8 mi Bazile Mills, NE 9 mi Niobrara, NE 11 mi Creighton, NE 11 mi

ZIP Codes in Verdigre

Verdigre, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code:

68783

Verdigre vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Verdigre, NE affordable or expensive?

Verdigre's cost of living index is 84, where 100 is the national average. That makes Verdigre roughly 16% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $86,200 and median rent is $512/month.

What is the crime rate in Verdigre, NE?

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

What are the schools like in Verdigre?

Public schools in Verdigre are operated by VERDIGRE PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.1:1. 22.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Verdigre, NE a good place to live?

Verdigre, NE has a population of 609, a median household income of $50,250, and an unemployment rate of 5.3%. 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 Verdigre?

Verdigre averages 34.2°F in January and 88.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 24.3 inches with about 35.6 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Verdigre?

Verdigre, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code: 68783.

What is the population of Verdigre?

The population of Verdigre, Nebraska is 609 with a median age of 43.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Verdigre?

Key numbers for living in Verdigre: cost of living index 84 (100 = US average), median home $86,200, median household income $50,250, schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Verdigre side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.