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Comprehensive Data Report

Polk, NE

ZIP Code 68654

Polk County

Population
563
Median Income
$63,333
Home Value
$85,800
Livability
65/100
Total Population
563
Median Household Income
$63,333
Median Home Value
$85,800
Median Rent
$396

Key Insights

What the data tells us about this area

Safety score of 49/100 suggests higher crime rates. Consider additional safety precautions.

Quick Facts & Insights

Key metrics and how they compare

Population Density
563 residents
Median Age
38.6 years
Safety Score
49/100
Below average safety

Livability Score

Overall quality of life rating based on key factors

Overall Livability
65
Fair
Out of 100

Score Breakdown

Amenities
76/100
Cost of Living
100/100
Safety
49/100
Education
18/100
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Employment
66/100
Housing
94/100
Weather
69/100

Data Sources & Accuracy

Official Government Data:Demographics and housing statistics are from the U.S. Census Bureau API (American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates). Weather and climate data comes from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) API with official climate normals from the nearest weather station. Crime statistics are from the FBI Crime Data Explorer API, with county-level data when available, otherwise state-level official data.
Modeled Estimates:Schools and some economic indicators are currently modeled using statistical methods based on national averages and regional patterns. For critical decisions, verify with official sources:

Learn more about our data sources and methodology on our Data Sources page.

Location Map

Polk, NE 68654

Coordinates: 41.0752°, -97.7871°Open in Google Maps

Cost of Living

Compared to national average (100 = US average)

Overall Cost Index
70
Lower than avg
100 = US National Average

Cost Index by Category

Housing
26
Below avg
Transportation
93
Average
Healthcare
96
Average
Groceries
89
Below avg
Utilities
94
Average
Overall
70
Below avg

Economy & Employment

Job market and economic indicators

Labor Force
1,089,569,000
Employment Rate
97.0%
Avg. Commute
22 min
Work From Home
12%

Top Industries by Employment

Industry Breakdown

Professional Services
13.6%
Healthcare & Social Assistance
13.4%
Manufacturing
12.2%
Retail Trade
11.1%
Education
7.3%
Total Employed
1,057,417,000
Total Unemployed
32,152,000
Unemployment Rate
3.0%

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Demographics Overview

Comprehensive population statistics and demographic breakdown

Age Distribution

Population by age group

Household Income Distribution

Households by income bracket

Education Levels (Age 25+)

Highest education attained

Race & Ethnicity

Demographic composition

Median Age
38.6 years
Per Capita Income
$33,737
Poverty Rate
17.2%