Sterling, Nebraska
Quick Statistics
Sterling is a community in Johnson County, Nebraska, home to about 717 people spread across 0.4 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $32,063 a year, and a typical home is worth about $130,400. About 32.4% of adults hold a college degree, and 93.1% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 51 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Nebraska towns GeoStat tracks, Sterling ranks number 164 of 583 in population, number 207 in median household income, number 225 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Sterling typically top out near 88°F in July, while January nights average about 13°F. The area sees roughly 22 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Burr, NE | 6.6 mi. | 41 |
| 2. | Adams, NE | 6.8 mi. | 580 |
| 3. | Crab Orchard, NE | 9.1 mi. | 20 |
| 4. | Douglas, NE | 9.1 mi. | 269 |
| 5. | Tecumseh, NE | 11.7 mi. | 1,882 |
| 6. | Cook, NE | 11.8 mi. | 328 |
| 7. | Panama, NE | 11.9 mi. | 232 |
| 8. | Firth, NE | 13.0 mi. | 604 |
What is the population of Sterling, Nebraska?
Sterling has a population of about 717 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Sterling, Nebraska in?
Sterling is located in Johnson County, Nebraska.
What is the median home value in Sterling, Nebraska?
The median home value in Sterling is about $130,400, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Sterling, Nebraska?
The median personal income in Sterling is about $32,063 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Sterling, Nebraska?
Since 1950, 22 tornadoes have been recorded in Johnson County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Sterling, Nebraska?
Typical July highs run about 88 degrees and January lows about 13 degrees, with around 22 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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