Crete, Nebraska
Quick Statistics
Crete is a community in Saline County, Nebraska, home to about 7,527 people spread across 4.0 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $32,465 a year, and a typical home is worth about $223,500. About 25.4% of adults hold a college degree, and 88.2% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 8 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Nebraska towns GeoStat tracks, Crete ranks number 24 of 583 in population, number 134 in median household income, number 49 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Crete typically top out near 84°F in July, while January nights average about 13°F. The area sees roughly 24 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Dorchester, NE | 8.7 mi. | 550 |
| 2. | Denton, NE | 9.7 mi. | 145 |
| 3. | Wilber, NE | 10.0 mi. | 1,936 |
| 4. | Hallam, NE | 10.6 mi. | 346 |
| 5. | Sprague, NE | 10.9 mi. | 176 |
| 6. | Milford, NE | 11.5 mi. | 2,565 |
| 7. | Pleasant Dale, NE | 11.5 mi. | 244 |
| 8. | Clatonia, NE | 12.2 mi. | 326 |
What is the population of Crete, Nebraska?
Crete has a population of about 7,527 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Crete, Nebraska in?
Crete is located in Saline County, Nebraska.
What is the median home value in Crete, Nebraska?
The median home value in Crete is about $223,500, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Crete, Nebraska?
The median personal income in Crete is about $32,465 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Crete, Nebraska?
Since 1950, 31 tornadoes have been recorded in Saline County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Crete, Nebraska?
Typical July highs run about 84 degrees and January lows about 13 degrees, with around 24 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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