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B+

Gretna

NebraskaΒ·Rank #227 of 20 in NEΒ·Pop. 9,117
Composite Score58.8

Gretna, Nebraska scores 58.8/100 (B+ grade), ranking #227 of 20 cities in Nebraska. Median income: $118,765.

πŸ’΅ Median Income
$118,765
β–² $45,342vs state ($73,423)
πŸ’Ό Unemployment
N/A
State: 2.8%
πŸ”’ Violent Crime
N/A
State: 290
πŸ“ˆ Pop. Growth
+1.3%
β–² 0.6%vs state (+0.7%)
🏠Median Home Value
$326,000
Census ACS 2023
πŸ”‘Median Rent
$1,467/mo
Census ACS 2023
πŸ›’Cost of Living
N/A
100 = national avg
πŸ’ΈRent Burden
14.8%
Rent as % of income
πŸ“Price-to-Income
2.7x
Home value Γ· income
πŸ“ŠPoverty Rate
3.5%
Census ACS 2023
πŸŽ“Graduation Rate
92.9%
EDFacts ACGR 2021-22
πŸ‘©β€πŸ«Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
NCES CCD 2023-24
πŸ’΅Per-Pupil Spending
$11,610
NCES F-33 Finance 2022-23
πŸ“šTotal Enrollment
3,704
NCES CCD 2023-24
🏫Public Schools
6
Regular public schools
βš–οΈObesity Rate
33.7%
CDC PLACES 2023
🩺Diabetes Rate
8.5%
CDC PLACES 2023
🧠Poor Mental Health Days
12.5
per 30 days Β· CDC BRFSS
πŸš—Mean Commute
19.5 min
State avg: 17.4 min
πŸš‡Public Transit Use
0%
State avg: 0.5%
πŸ’»Work From Home
14.4%
State avg: 8.9%
🌑️Annual Avg
53.4Β°F
NOAA Climate Normals
β˜€οΈSummer Avg
75Β°F
Jun\u2013Aug average
❄️Winter Avg
30.5Β°F
Dec\u2013Feb average
🌧️Annual Precip
27.2"
inches per year

Gretna vs Nebraska

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Scores by Category

πŸ’° Economy61.4
β–² 1.4 vs state (state: 60)
πŸ›‘οΈ Safety68
β€” same as state (state: 68)
πŸ₯ Health69.7
β–Ό 1.7 vs state (state: 71.4)
πŸŽ“ Education59.1
β–Ό 24.6 vs state (state: 83.7)
πŸ’Ό Fiscal Health85.5
β–² 14.1 vs state (state: 71.4)
πŸ“ˆ Growth48
β–² 1.1 vs state (state: 46.9)
🏠 Affordability65.3
β–Ό 17.5 vs state (state: 82.8)
🌿 Environment44.1
β€” same as state (state: 44.1)
🏞️ Outdoor Access22
β€” same as state (state: 22)
πŸš‡ Transportation43.6
β–Ό 3.3 vs state (state: 46.9)
🎭 Livability44.2
β–² 2.9 vs state (state: 41.3)

Gretna vs Nebraska

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Gretna, Nebraska Overview

Gretna earns an overall grade of B+ with a composite score of 58.8 out of 100, ranking #227 of 20 cities in Nebraska. The city's strongest category is Fiscal Health (86/100) while its biggest challenge is Outdoor Access (22/100).

Income & Employment in Gretna

The median household income in Gretna is $118,765 according to Census ACS data. The city's population grew 1.3% recently, indicating strong demand.

Cost of Living in Gretna

Cost of living data helps residents compare affordability across cities. The median home value is $326,000. Median monthly rent is $1,467.

Health & Wellness in Gretna

The adult obesity rate in Gretna is 33.7% according to CDC PLACES data. The diabetes prevalence rate is 8.5%. Residents report an average of 12.5 poor mental health days per month. These health indicators are important for assessing overall quality of life in Gretna, Nebraska.

Education & Schools in Gretna

Gretna has 6 public schools serving 3,704 students. The high school graduation rate is 92.9%, well above the national average. The student-teacher ratio is 15.5:1. The district spends $11,610 per student. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Gretna

Gretna has an annual average temperature of 53.4Β°F. Summers average 75Β°F. Winters average 30.5Β°F. The city receives approximately 27.2 inches of precipitation per year.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall score for Gretna, Nebraska?

Gretna has an overall score of 58.8 out of 100, earning a B+ grade and ranking #227 among 20 cities in Nebraska.

What is the median income in Gretna?

The median household income in Gretna is $118,765, based on Census ACS data.

Is Gretna safe?

Detailed crime data for Gretna is currently limited. Check the city profile for the latest safety scores.

What is the cost of living in Gretna?

Cost of living data for Gretna helps residents compare affordability. See the full profile for details.

How are the public schools in Gretna?

Gretna has 6 public schools with a 92.9% graduation rate. The student-teacher ratio is 15.5:1.

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Data Sources

πŸ“ŽBureau of Labor Statistics, LAUS (Dec 2025)πŸ“ŽU.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024πŸ“ŽFBI Uniform Crime Reporting, 2024πŸ“ŽAmerica's Health Rankings, 2025πŸ“ŽWalletHub/NAEP, 2025πŸ“ŽU.S. Census Bureau, Vintage 2024πŸ“ŽCook Political Report, PVI 2024πŸ“ŽTax Foundation, Facts & Figures 2025πŸ“ŽALEC Rich States Poor States, 2025πŸ“ŽWalletHub Tax Burden Study, 2025πŸ“ŽU.S. Census Bureau / FHFA, 2025πŸ“ŽBEA Regional Price Parities, 2023πŸ“ŽEPA AirData, Median AQI by County 2024πŸ“ŽEIA State Electricity Profiles, 2024πŸ“ŽFEMA National Risk Index v1.20, 2025πŸ“ŽU.S. Census Bureau, Net Domestic Migration 2024πŸ“ŽFCC / BroadbandNow, Broadband Access 2025πŸ“ŽNational Park Service API, 2024πŸ“ŽUSGS Protected Areas Database (PAD-US), 2024πŸ“ŽU.S. Census Bureau, County Business Patterns 2022πŸ“ŽU.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023 (Commuting)πŸ“ŽFHWA Highway Statistics, 2023πŸ“ŽU.S. Census Bureau, County Business Patterns 2022πŸ“ŽEIA State Electricity Profiles, 2024πŸ“ŽEIA Natural Gas Prices, 2024πŸ“ŽDOL National Database of Childcare Prices, 2023πŸ“ŽBEA Regional Price Parities (Food), 2023πŸ“ŽNCES Common Core of Data (CCD), 2023-24πŸ“ŽEDFacts ACGR Graduation Rates, 2021-22πŸ“ŽNCES School District Finance Survey (F-33), 2022-23πŸ“ŽBEA GDP by State (SAGDP9), 2023πŸ“ŽNASBO Fiscal Survey of States, FY2023πŸ“ŽCensus Bureau State Government Finances, FY2022πŸ“ŽPew Charitable Trusts Fiscal 50, FY2023πŸ“ŽPew Charitable Trusts, FY2022πŸ“ŽS&P/Moody's via Ballotpedia, 2025πŸ“ŽBureau of Labor Statistics, OES (May 2023)πŸ“ŽIRS Statistics of Income, Migration Data 2021-2022