Humboldt, Nebraska

Quick Statistics

Humboldt is a community in Richardson County, Nebraska, home to about 775 people spread across 1.3 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $30,000 a year, and a typical home is worth about $67,500. About 25.4% of adults hold a college degree, and 92.8% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has shrunk about 12 percent over the past decade.

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775
Total Population
▼ down 12% since 2012
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1.33 sq. mi.
Total Land Area
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$30,000
Median Personal Income
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$67,500
Median Home Value
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25.4%
College Educated
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92.8%
Have Health Insurance
▲ up 8.0 points since 2010
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Among the Nebraska towns GeoStat tracks, Humboldt ranks number 154 of 583 in population, number 484 in median household income, number 436 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.

Summers around Humboldt typically top out near 88°F in July, while January nights average about 17°F. The area sees roughly 30 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.

Towns Near Humboldt
# Town Distance Population
1.Dawson, NE6.5 mi.166
2.Table Rock, NE7.7 mi.255
3.Stella, NE10.1 mi.126
4.Du Bois, NE10.6 mi.145
5.Pawnee City, NE11.7 mi.801
6.Verdon, NE12.4 mi.185
7.Elk Creek, NE12.8 mi.122
8.Salem, NE13.0 mi.102
Frequently Asked Questions About Humboldt

What is the population of Humboldt, Nebraska?
Humboldt has a population of about 775 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.

What county is Humboldt, Nebraska in?
Humboldt is located in Richardson County, Nebraska.

What is the median home value in Humboldt, Nebraska?
The median home value in Humboldt is about $67,500, based on American Community Survey data.

What is the median income in Humboldt, Nebraska?
The median personal income in Humboldt is about $30,000 per year.

How many tornadoes have hit near Humboldt, Nebraska?
Since 1950, 21 tornadoes have been recorded in Richardson County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.

What is the weather like in Humboldt, Nebraska?
Typical July highs run about 88 degrees and January lows about 17 degrees, with around 30 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.

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