Valentine, Nebraska
Quick Statistics
Valentine is a community in Cherry County, Nebraska, home to about 2,633 people spread across 2.6 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $33,743 a year, and a typical home is worth about $148,600. About 33.0% of adults hold a college degree, and 92.8% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has shrunk about 4 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Nebraska towns GeoStat tracks, Valentine ranks number 55 of 583 in population, number 368 in median household income, number 184 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Valentine typically top out near 88°F in July, while January nights average about 17°F. The area sees roughly 38 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Crookston, NE | 11.0 mi. | 45 |
| 2. | Kilgore, NE | 21.2 mi. | 135 |
| 3. | Wood Lake, NE | 22.7 mi. | 16 |
| 4. | St. Francis, SD | 25.8 mi. | 593 |
| 5. | Nenzel, NE | 28.3 mi. | 14 |
| 6. | Rosebud, SD | 28.5 mi. | 1,659 |
| 7. | Spring Creek, SD | 29.5 mi. | 330 |
| 8. | Two Strike, SD | 29.8 mi. | 257 |
What is the population of Valentine, Nebraska?
Valentine has a population of about 2,633 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Valentine, Nebraska in?
Valentine is located in Cherry County, Nebraska.
What is the median home value in Valentine, Nebraska?
The median home value in Valentine is about $148,600, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Valentine, Nebraska?
The median personal income in Valentine is about $33,743 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Valentine, Nebraska?
Since 1950, 94 tornadoes have been recorded in Cherry County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Valentine, Nebraska?
Typical July highs run about 88 degrees and January lows about 17 degrees, with around 38 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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