Central City, NE

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Central City Overview

3,035
TOTAL POPULATION
1,439
MALE POPULATION
1,596
FEMALE POPULATION
90.16
MALES / 100 FEMALES
110.91
FEMALES / 100 MALES
37.0
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$28,180
PER CAPITA INCOME
$74,333
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$54,063
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
39.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
60.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.41
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,399
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
59.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE

Central City Zip Codes

Central City Area Codes

Race in Central City

The most populous races in Central City are White / Caucasian (2,715 | 89.5%), Hispanic or Latino (227 | 7.5%), and Two or more Races (128 | 4.2%).
Race in Central City
Race# Population% Population
Asian862.8%
Black / African American30.1%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino2277.5%
Native / Alaskan20.1%
White / Caucasian2,71589.5%
Two or more Races1284.2%
Some other Race1013.3%
Total3,035100.0%

Ancestry in Central City

The most populous ancestries reported in Central City are German (1,130 | 37.2%), Irish (392 | 12.9%), American (270 | 8.9%), English (161 | 5.3%), and Swedish (142 | 4.7%), together accounting for 69.0% of all Central City residents.
Ancestry in Central City
Ancestry# Population% Population
American2708.9%
Apache50.2%
Austrian10.0%
British301.0%
Central American772.5%
Cherokee581.9%
Czech852.8%
Danish431.4%
Dutch391.3%
Eastern European531.8%
English1615.3%
European381.3%
Filipino291.0%
French411.3%
German1,13037.2%
Guatemalan772.5%
Irish39212.9%
Iroquois10.0%
Italian411.3%
Mexican1264.2%
Mexican American Indian50.2%
Norwegian100.3%
Pennsylvania German110.4%
Polish521.7%
Puerto Rican240.8%
Scotch-Irish110.4%
Scottish110.4%
Sioux20.1%
Swedish1424.7%
Thai571.9%
Welsh371.2%
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Immigrants in Central City

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Central City came from Central America (89 | 2.9%), Latin America (89 | 2.9%), Asia (86 | 2.8%), Mexico (70 | 2.3%), and India (57 | 1.9%), together accounting for 12.9% of all Central City residents.
Immigrants in Central City
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia862.8%
Central America892.9%
China291.0%
Eastern Asia291.0%
Europe170.6%
Guatemala190.6%
India571.9%
Latin America892.9%
Mexico702.3%
Northern Europe170.6%
South Central Asia571.9%
Taiwan291.0%
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Sex and Age in Central City

Sex and Age in Central City

The most populous age groups in Central City are 10 to 14 Years (154 | 10.7%) for men and 25 to 29 Years (185 | 11.6%) for women.
Sex and Age in Central City
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years138 (9.6%)65 (4.1%)
5 to 9 Years64 (4.4%)166 (10.4%)
10 to 14 Years154 (10.7%)51 (3.2%)
15 to 19 Years60 (4.2%)114 (7.1%)
20 to 24 Years83 (5.8%)78 (4.9%)
25 to 29 Years147 (10.2%)185 (11.6%)
30 to 34 Years102 (7.1%)51 (3.2%)
35 to 39 Years108 (7.5%)79 (5.0%)
40 to 44 Years64 (4.4%)72 (4.5%)
45 to 49 Years26 (1.8%)67 (4.2%)
50 to 54 Years91 (6.3%)69 (4.3%)
55 to 59 Years110 (7.6%)86 (5.4%)
60 to 64 Years47 (3.3%)141 (8.8%)
65 to 69 Years93 (6.5%)60 (3.8%)
70 to 74 Years89 (6.2%)106 (6.6%)
75 to 79 Years41 (2.9%)68 (4.3%)
80 to 84 Years15 (1.0%)66 (4.1%)
85 Years and over7 (0.5%)72 (4.5%)
Total1,439 (100.0%)1,596 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Central City

Median Family Size in Central City

The median family size in Central City is 3.14 persons per family, with single male/father families (24 | 3.3%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.96 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (156 | 21.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.63 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Central City
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple556 (75.5%)3.24
Single Male/Father24 (3.3%)3.96
Single Female/Mother156 (21.2%)2.63
Total Families736 (100.0%)3.14

Median Household Size in Central City

The median household size in Central City is 2.43 persons per household, with single male/father households (24 | 2.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.96 persons per household. non-family households (464 | 38.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.09 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Central City
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple556 (46.3%)3.24
Single Male/Father24 (2.0%)3.96
Single Female/Mother156 (13.0%)3.32
Non-family464 (38.7%)1.09
Total Households1,200 (100.0%)2.43

Household Size by Marriage Status in Central City

Out of a total of 1,200 households in Central City, 736 (61.3%) are family households, while 464 (38.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 345, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 423.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Central City
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-423 (35.2%)
2-Person Households345 (28.7%)41 (3.4%)
3-Person Households188 (15.7%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households99 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households56 (4.7%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households39 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households9 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total736 (61.3%)464 (38.7%)

Female Fertility in Central City

Fertility by Age in Central City

Average fertility rate in Central City is 52.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 108.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Central City
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years34 (100.0%)108.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total34 (100.0%)52.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Central City

35.3% of women with births (34) in Central City are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 64.7% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 64.7% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Central City
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years12 (35.3%)22 (64.7%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total12 (35.3%)22 (64.7%)

Fertility by Education in Central City

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Central City
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree34 (100.0%)150.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total34 (100.0%)52.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Central City

64.7% of women with births in Central City are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 35.3% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 64.7% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Central City
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree12 (35.3%)22 (64.7%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total12 (35.3%)22 (64.7%)

Income in Central City

Income Overview in Central City

Per Capita Income in Central City is $28,180, while median incomes of families and households are $74,333 and $54,063 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income3,035$28,180
Median Family Income736$74,333
Mean Family Income736$81,869
Median Household Income1,200$54,063
Mean Household Income1,200$66,254
Income Deficit736$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)3,03539.35%
Wage / Income Gap ($)3,03560.65¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index3,0350.41

Earnings by Sex in Central City

Average Earnings in Central City are $29,764, $36,042 for men and $21,859 for women, a difference of 39.4%.
Earnings by Sex in Central City
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male759 (49.1%)$36,042
Female788 (50.9%)$21,859
Total1,547 (100.0%)$29,764

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Central City

The most common earnings brackets in Central City are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (111 | 14.6%) and $15,000 to $17,499 for women (107 | 13.6%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Central City
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less44 (5.8%)75 (9.5%)
$2,500 to $4,99968 (9.0%)34 (4.3%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)57 (7.2%)
$7,500 to $9,9992 (0.3%)27 (3.4%)
$10,000 to $12,49910 (1.3%)52 (6.6%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,49931 (4.1%)107 (13.6%)
$17,500 to $19,99941 (5.4%)13 (1.7%)
$20,000 to $22,49911 (1.5%)39 (5.0%)
$22,500 to $24,99985 (11.2%)34 (4.3%)
$25,000 to $29,99920 (2.6%)27 (3.4%)
$30,000 to $34,99950 (6.6%)19 (2.4%)
$35,000 to $39,99962 (8.2%)44 (5.6%)
$40,000 to $44,99959 (7.8%)27 (3.4%)
$45,000 to $49,99934 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,99928 (3.7%)46 (5.8%)
$55,000 to $64,99946 (6.1%)39 (5.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99924 (3.2%)77 (9.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999111 (14.6%)71 (9.0%)
$100,000+33 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total759 (100.0%)788 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Central City

Average earnings in Central City are $36,548 for men and $28,015 for women, a difference of 23.4%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $65,781, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $22,946. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $71,213, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $15,797.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Central City
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$22,946$15,797
College or Associate's Degree$49,783$27,000
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree$65,781$71,213
Total$36,548$28,015

Family Income in Central City

Family Income Brackets in Central City

According to the Central City family income data, there are 134 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 18.2% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 6 families (0.8%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Central City
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000152.0%
$10,000 to $14,999101.4%
$15,000 to $24,999679.1%
$25,000 to $34,999527.1%
$35,000 to $49,99911715.9%
$50,000 to $74,99911115.1%
$75,000 to $99,99913418.2%
$100,000 to $149,99911615.8%
$150,000 to $199,99910814.7%
$200,000+60.8%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Central City

4-person families (97 | 13.2%) account for the highest median family income in Central City with $120,341 per family, while 3-person families (133 | 18.1%) have the highest median income of $32,770 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Central City
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families412 (56.0%)$47,353
3-Person Families133 (18.1%)$98,309
4-Person Families97 (13.2%)$120,341
5-Person Families56 (7.6%)$58,194
6-Person Families29 (3.9%)$0
7+ Person Families9 (1.2%)$0
Total736 (100.0%)$74,333

Family Income by Number of Earners in Central City

The median family income in Central City is $74,333, with families comprising 3+ earners (46) having the highest median family income of $165,370, while families with 1 earner (208) have the lowest median family income of $36,724, accounting for 6.2% and 28.3% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Central City
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners108 (14.7%)$91,429
1 Earner208 (28.3%)$36,724
2 Earners374 (50.8%)$80,714
3+ Earners46 (6.2%)$165,370
Total736 (100.0%)$74,333

Household Income in Central City

Household Income Brackets in Central City

With 214 households falling in the category, the $35,000 to $49,999 income range is the most frequent in Central City, accounting for 17.8% of all households. In contrast, only 6 households (0.5%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Central City
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000796.6%
$10,000 to $14,999292.4%
$15,000 to $24,99916413.7%
$25,000 to $34,999867.2%
$35,000 to $49,99921417.8%
$50,000 to $74,99919816.5%
$75,000 to $99,99916914.1%
$100,000 to $149,99914812.3%
$150,000 to $199,9991089.0%
$200,000+60.5%

Household Income by Householder Age in Central City

The median household income in Central City is $54,063, with the highest median household income of $60,250 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 462 households (38.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $36,940, with 65 households (5.4%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Central City
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years65 (5.4%)$36,940
25 to 44 Years462 (38.5%)$60,250
45 to 64 Years276 (23.0%)$42,439
65+ Years397 (33.1%)$56,875
Total1,200 (100.0%)$54,063

Poverty in Central City

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Central City

With 13.4% poverty level for males and 12.3% for females among the residents of Central City, 18 to 24 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 54 males (56.8%) and 13 females (46.4%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Central City
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years45 (32.6%)7 (10.8%)
5 Years6 (14.3%)13 (46.4%)
6 to 11 Years44 (50.0%)34 (21.1%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years54 (56.8%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years33 (13.6%)38 (16.1%)
35 to 44 Years6 (3.5%)10 (6.6%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)49 (38.3%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)7 (3.1%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)10 (6.7%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)21 (12.8%)
Total188 (13.4%)189 (12.3%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Central City

According to the poverty statistics in Central City, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 12 to 14 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Central City
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years93 (67.4%)58 (89.2%)
5 Years36 (85.7%)15 (53.6%)
6 to 11 Years44 (50.0%)127 (78.9%)
12 to 14 Years88 (100.0%)28 (100.0%)
15 Years18 (100.0%)16 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years26 (100.0%)48 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years41 (43.2%)128 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years209 (86.4%)198 (83.9%)
35 to 44 Years165 (96.5%)141 (93.4%)
45 to 54 Years112 (100.0%)79 (61.7%)
55 to 64 Years152 (100.0%)220 (96.9%)
65 to 74 Years172 (100.0%)140 (93.3%)
75 Years and over57 (100.0%)143 (87.2%)
Total1,213 (86.6%)1,341 (87.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Central City

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Central City show that 2.3% or 13 of the total 556 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 19.7%, comprising of 13 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Central City
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children363 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children127 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children53 (80.3%)13 (19.7%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total543 (97.7%)13 (2.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Central City

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Central City
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)41 (36.9%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)18 (64.3%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)59 (37.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Central City

The poverty data for Central City shows that 13 of the married-couple family households (2.3%) and 59 of the single-parent households (32.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 13 households (19.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 18 household (39.1%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Central City
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)41 (35.0%)
3 or 4 Children13 (19.7%)18 (39.1%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total13 (2.3%)59 (32.8%)

Employment Characteristics in Central City

Employment by Class of Employer in Central City

Among the 1,244 employed individuals in Central City, private company employees (819 | 65.8%), local government employees (173 | 13.9%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (107 | 8.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Central City
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees81965.8%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)322.6%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1078.6%
Not-for-profit Organizations937.5%
Local Government Employees17313.9%
State Government Employees00.0%
Federal Government Employees201.6%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,244100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Central City

Employment Status by Age in Central City
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years88 (62.9%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years101 (62.7%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years224 (67.5%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years150 (98.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years303 (93.8%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years160 (63.2%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years150 (76.5%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years138 (73.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years73 (21.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over12 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,399 (59.2%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Central City

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Central City
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School55 (83.3%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma341 (63.6%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree458 (80.6%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher271 (98.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,126 (77.9%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Central City

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Central City are Community & Social Service (250 | 17.9%), Education Instruction & Library (144 | 10.3%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (82 | 5.9%), Health Technologists (71 | 5.1%), and Management (65 | 4.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Central City

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Central City, the most male-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (63.0%), Management (41.5%), and Business & Financial (27.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Legal Services & Support (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Central City
OccupationMaleFemale
Management27 (41.5%)38 (58.5%)
Business & Financial9 (27.3%)24 (72.7%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 46 (18.4%)204 (81.6%)
Education, Arts & Media9 (16.7%)45 (83.3%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library8 (5.6%)136 (94.4%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment29 (63.0%)17 (37.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating21 (25.6%)61 (74.4%)
Health Technologists10 (14.1%)61 (85.9%)
Total (Category)103 (22.9%)347 (77.1%)
Total (Overall)653 (46.7%)746 (53.3%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Central City are Food Preparation & Serving (120 | 8.6%), Healthcare Support (88 | 6.3%), Security & Protection (21 | 1.5%), Law Enforcement (21 | 1.5%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (11 | 0.8%).
Services Occupations in Central City

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Central City, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (78.3%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Central City
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)88 (100.0%)
Security & Protection21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving26 (21.7%)94 (78.3%)
Cleaning & Maintenance11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Total (Category)58 (23.1%)193 (76.9%)
Total (Overall)653 (46.7%)746 (53.3%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Central City are Sales & Related (147 | 10.5%), and Office & Administration (133 | 9.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Central City

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Central City
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related56 (38.1%)91 (61.9%)
Office & Administration52 (39.1%)81 (60.9%)
Total (Category)108 (38.6%)172 (61.4%)
Total (Overall)653 (46.7%)746 (53.3%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Central City are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (80 | 5.7%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (49 | 3.5%), and Construction & Extraction (35 | 2.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Central City

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Central City
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry43 (87.8%)6 (12.2%)
Construction & Extraction35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair80 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)158 (96.3%)6 (3.7%)
Total (Overall)653 (46.7%)746 (53.3%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Central City are Production (128 | 9.1%), Transportation (98 | 7.0%), and Material Moving (28 | 2.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Central City

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Central City
OccupationMaleFemale
Production112 (87.5%)16 (12.5%)
Transportation86 (87.8%)12 (12.2%)
Material Moving28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)226 (89.0%)28 (11.0%)
Total (Overall)653 (46.7%)746 (53.3%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Central City

Employment Industries in Central City

The major employment industries in Central City include Health Care & Social Assistance (271 | 19.4%), Retail Trade (168 | 12.0%), Manufacturing (160 | 11.4%), Educational Services (158 | 11.3%), and Accommodation & Food Services (106 | 7.6%).
Employment Industries in Central City

Employment Industries by Sex in Central City

The Central City industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Administrative & Support (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (92.2%), and Accommodation & Food Services (79.2%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Central City
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting52 (89.7%)6 (10.3%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction69 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing103 (64.4%)57 (35.6%)
Wholesale Trade41 (85.4%)7 (14.6%)
Retail Trade109 (64.9%)59 (35.1%)
Transportation & Warehousing46 (79.3%)12 (20.7%)
Utilities2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information14 (66.7%)7 (33.3%)
Finance & Insurance25 (25.3%)74 (74.8%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific11 (45.8%)13 (54.2%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Educational Services35 (22.2%)123 (77.8%)
Health Care & Social Assistance21 (7.7%)250 (92.2%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation40 (70.2%)17 (29.8%)
Accommodation & Food Services22 (20.7%)84 (79.2%)
Public Administration41 (70.7%)17 (29.3%)
Total653 (46.7%)746 (53.3%)

Education in Central City

School Enrollment in Central City

The most common levels of schooling among the 702 students in Central City are middle school (199 | 28.3%), high school (147 | 20.9%), and elementary school (146 | 20.8%).
School Enrollment in Central City
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool7711.0%
Kindergarten202.9%
Elementary School14620.8%
Middle School19928.3%
High School14720.9%
College / Undergraduate8812.5%
Graduate / Professional253.6%
Total702100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Central City

Out of a total of 702 students who are enrolled in schools in Central City, 129 (18.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 573 (81.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 40 (61.5% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 7 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Central City
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old169 (73.5%)61 (26.5%)
10 to 14 Year Olds177 (86.3%)28 (13.7%)
15 to 17 Year Olds97 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds66 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds25 (38.5%)40 (61.5%)
35 Years and over32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total573 (81.6%)129 (18.4%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Central City

Education (165 | 39.0%), business (105 | 24.8%), psychology (39 | 9.2%), visual & performing arts (29 | 6.9%), and liberal arts & history (28 | 6.6%) are the most common fields of study among 423 individuals in Central City who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Central City
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural40.9%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology399.2%
Social Sciences112.6%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology266.1%
Business10524.8%
Education16539.0%
Literature & Languages20.5%
Liberal Arts & History286.6%
Visual & Performing Arts296.9%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities143.3%
Total423100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Central City

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Central City

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Central City are males with 2 vehicles (245, accounting for 44.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (222, making up 35.9%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Central City
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle81 (14.6%)190 (27.8%)
2 Vehicles245 (44.1%)222 (32.5%)
3 Vehicles117 (21.0%)170 (24.9%)
4 Vehicles77 (13.9%)85 (12.4%)
5 or more Vehicles36 (6.5%)16 (2.3%)
Total556 (100.0%)683 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Central City

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Central City are 5 to 9 minutes (329 commuters, 27.5%), less than 5 minutes (166 commuters, 13.9%), and 25 to 29 minutes (127 commuters, 10.6%).
Commute Time in Central City
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes16613.9%
5 to 9 Minutes32927.5%
10 to 14 Minutes1099.1%
15 to 19 Minutes645.3%
20 to 24 Minutes715.9%
25 to 29 Minutes12710.6%
30 to 34 Minutes1159.6%
35 to 39 Minutes413.4%
40 to 44 Minutes272.2%
45 to 59 Minutes584.8%
60 to 89 Minutes161.3%
90 or more Minutes756.3%

Commute Time by Sex in Central City

The most common commute times in Central City are 5 to 9 minutes (124 commuters, 22.5%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (205 commuters, 31.7%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Central City
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes53 (9.6%)113 (17.5%)
5 to 9 Minutes124 (22.5%)205 (31.7%)
10 to 14 Minutes34 (6.2%)75 (11.6%)
15 to 19 Minutes55 (10.0%)9 (1.4%)
20 to 24 Minutes47 (8.5%)24 (3.7%)
25 to 29 Minutes33 (6.0%)94 (14.5%)
30 to 34 Minutes88 (15.9%)27 (4.2%)
35 to 39 Minutes6 (1.1%)35 (5.4%)
40 to 44 Minutes10 (1.8%)17 (2.6%)
45 to 59 Minutes35 (6.3%)23 (3.6%)
60 to 89 Minutes16 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes51 (9.2%)24 (3.7%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Central City

The most frequent times of departure to work in Central City are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (127, 23.0%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (146, 22.6%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Central City
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM0 (0.0%)34 (5.3%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM74 (13.4%)14 (2.2%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM26 (4.7%)115 (17.8%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM47 (8.5%)12 (1.9%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM41 (7.4%)46 (7.1%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM40 (7.2%)38 (5.9%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM127 (23.0%)146 (22.6%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM72 (13.0%)86 (13.3%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM48 (8.7%)9 (1.4%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM17 (3.1%)40 (6.2%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM17 (3.1%)37 (5.7%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)12 (1.9%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM20 (3.6%)18 (2.8%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM23 (4.2%)39 (6.0%)
Total552 (100.0%)646 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Central City

Occupancy by Ownership in Central City

Of the total 1,200 dwellings in Central City, owner-occupied units account for 779 (64.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 421 (35.1%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Central City
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units77964.9%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units42135.1%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,200100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Central City

Occupancy by Household Size in Central City
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household42335.2%
2-Person Household38632.2%
3-Person Household18815.7%
4+ Person Household20316.9%
Total Housing Units1,200100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Central City

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Central City
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household191 (45.2%)232 (54.8%)
2-Person Household288 (74.6%)98 (25.4%)
3-Person Household114 (60.6%)74 (39.4%)
4+ Person Household186 (91.6%)17 (8.4%)
Total Housing Units779 (64.9%)421 (35.1%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Central City

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Central City
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School0 (0.0%)51 (100.0%)
High School Diploma221 (50.9%)213 (49.1%)
College/Associate Degree419 (79.4%)109 (20.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher139 (74.3%)48 (25.7%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Central City

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Central City
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years35029.2%
35 to 44 Years17714.7%
45 to 54 Years14512.1%
55 to 64 Years13110.9%
65 to 74 Years23719.8%
75 to 84 Years1199.9%
85 Years and Over413.4%
Total1,200100.0%

Housing Finances in Central City

Median Income by Occupancy in Central City

Median Income by Occupancy in Central City
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied779 (64.9%)$81,375
Renter-Occupied421 (35.1%)$25,938
Average1,200 (100.0%)$54,063

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Central City

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Central City
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00018 (2.3%)44 (10.4%)
$5,000 to $9,99910 (1.3%)7 (1.7%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)29 (6.9%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)111 (26.4%)
$20,000 to $24,99941 (5.3%)12 (2.9%)
$25,000 to $34,99922 (2.8%)64 (15.2%)
$35,000 to $49,999148 (19.0%)65 (15.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999121 (15.5%)77 (18.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999160 (20.5%)9 (2.1%)
$100,000 to $149,999145 (18.6%)3 (0.7%)
$150,000 or more114 (14.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total779 (100.0%)421 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Central City

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Central City
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30015 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $499142 (18.2%)50 (11.9%)
$500 to $799212 (27.2%)247 (58.7%)
$800 to $99977 (9.9%)39 (9.3%)
$1,000 to $1,499256 (32.9%)76 (18.0%)
$1,500 to $1,99952 (6.7%)9 (2.1%)
$2,000 to $2,49925 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total779 (100.0%)421 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Central City

Housing Structures in Central City

Housing Structures in Central City
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached86872.3%
Single Unit, Attached947.8%
2 Unit Apartments373.1%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments13110.9%
10 or more Apartments393.3%
Mobile Home / Other312.6%
Total1,200100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Central City

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Central City
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached725 (83.5%)143 (16.5%)
Single Unit, Attached41 (43.6%)53 (56.4%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)37 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)131 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)39 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other13 (41.9%)18 (58.1%)
Total779 (64.9%)421 (35.1%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Central City

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Central City
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room11 (1.4%)83 (19.7%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)8 (1.9%)
4 or 5 Rooms158 (20.3%)252 (59.9%)
6 or 7 Rooms380 (48.8%)44 (10.4%)
8 or more Rooms230 (29.5%)34 (8.1%)
Total779 (100.0%)421 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Central City

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Central City
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas482 (61.9%)144 (34.2%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas3 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity283 (36.3%)277 (65.8%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels11 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total779 (100.0%)421 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Central City

Household Vehicle Usage in Central City
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)64 (15.2%)
1 Vehicle168 (21.6%)213 (50.6%)
2 Vehicles324 (41.6%)79 (18.8%)
3 or more Vehicles287 (36.8%)65 (15.4%)
Total779 (100.0%)421 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Central City

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Central City

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units359420
Median Property Value$173,100$149,300
Median Household Income$80,417$39
Monthly Housing Costs$524$0
Real Estate Taxes$2,390$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Central City

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Central City
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00052 (14.5%)29 (6.9%)
$50,000 to $99,99960 (16.7%)81 (19.3%)
$100,000 to $299,999194 (54.0%)287 (68.3%)
$300,000 to $499,99934 (9.5%)23 (5.5%)
$500,000 to $749,99919 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total359 (100.0%)420 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Central City

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Central City
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00021 (5.9%)25 (5.9%)
$10,000 to $24,99941 (11.4%)7 (1.7%)
$25,000 to $34,9996 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99974 (20.6%)16 (3.8%)
$50,000 to $74,99926 (7.2%)74 (17.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99975 (20.9%)95 (22.6%)
$100,000 to $149,99941 (11.4%)85 (20.2%)
$150,000 or more75 (20.9%)104 (24.8%)
Total359 (100.0%)420 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Central City

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Central City
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x186 (51.8%)81,786 (19,472.9%)
2.0x to 2.9x82 (22.8%)226 (53.8%)
3.0x to 3.9x16 (4.5%)95 (22.6%)
4.0x or more75 (20.9%)20 (4.8%)
Total359 (100.0%)420 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Central City

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Central City
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80013 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49935 (9.8%)2 (0.5%)
$800 to $1,499311 (86.6%)129 (30.7%)
Total359 (100.0%)420 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Central City

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Central City

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Central City
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years266 (97.4%)7 (2.6%)
6 to 18 Years472 (90.2%)51 (9.8%)
19 to 25 Years240 (84.2%)45 (15.8%)
26 to 34 Years283 (77.3%)83 (22.7%)
35 to 44 Years305 (94.7%)17 (5.3%)
45 to 54 Years151 (62.9%)89 (37.1%)
55 to 64 Years350 (92.3%)29 (7.6%)
65 to 74 Years322 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older221 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,610 (89.0%)321 (11.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Central City

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Central City
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born266 (97.4%)7 (2.6%)
Foreign Born, Citizen472 (90.2%)51 (9.8%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen240 (84.2%)45 (15.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Central City

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Central City
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000336 (88.4%)44 (11.6%)
$25,000 to $49,999465 (75.7%)149 (24.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999455 (92.3%)38 (7.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999475 (86.7%)73 (13.3%)
$100,000 and over869 (98.1%)17 (1.9%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Central City

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Central City
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 681 (29.7%)185 (67.8%)
6 to 18 Years159 (30.4%)338 (64.6%)
19 to 25 Years73 (25.6%)167 (58.6%)
25 to 34 Years92 (25.1%)201 (54.9%)
35 to 44 Years44 (13.7%)289 (89.7%)
45 to 54 Years24 (10.0%)138 (57.5%)
55 to 64 Years109 (28.8%)287 (75.7%)
65 to 74 Years322 (100.0%)218 (67.7%)
75 Years and over221 (100.0%)145 (65.6%)
Total1,125 (38.4%)1,968 (67.1%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Central City

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Central City
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years5 (1.9%)37 (13.2%)
18 to 34 Years63 (18.7%)56 (15.4%)
35 to 64 Years76 (17.5%)182 (36.0%)
65 to 74 Years81 (47.1%)41 (27.3%)
75 Years and over39 (68.4%)37 (22.6%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Central City

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Central City: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)8 (2.9%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years28 (6.4%)5 (1.0%)
65 to 74 Years51 (29.6%)7 (4.7%)
75 Years and over21 (36.8%)3 (1.8%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Central City: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)18 (3.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)7 (4.7%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Central City: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years5 (1.9%)29 (10.3%)
18 to 34 Years63 (18.7%)56 (15.4%)
35 to 64 Years70 (16.1%)52 (10.3%)
65 to 74 Years21 (12.2%)21 (14.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)21 (12.8%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Central City: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years7 (2.1%)29 (8.0%)
35 to 64 Years35 (8.1%)111 (21.9%)
65 to 74 Years11 (6.4%)34 (22.7%)
75 Years and over18 (31.6%)13 (7.9%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Central City: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)20 (7.1%)
18 to 34 Years7 (2.1%)29 (8.0%)
35 to 64 Years29 (6.7%)10 (2.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)21 (14.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Central City

Computing Device Access in Central City

Computing Device Access in Central City
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop81768.1%
Smartphone90475.3%
Tablet69858.2%
No Computing Device14211.8%
Total1,200100.0%

Internet Access in Central City

Internet Access in Central City
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet70.6%
Broadband Home82268.5%
Cellular Data Only13110.9%
Satellite Internet776.4%
No Internet20216.8%
Total1,200100.0%

Central City Summary

Central City, Nebraska is a small city located in Merrick County, Nebraska. It is situated in the Platte River Valley, approximately 40 miles northwest of Omaha. The city has a population of approximately 2,500 people and is the county seat of Merrick County.

History

Central City was founded in 1856 by a group of settlers from the nearby town of Grand Island. The settlers were looking for a place to settle and build a new town. The town was originally named “Centreville”, but the name was changed to Central City in 1858.
The city was incorporated in 1872 and was the first city in Merrick County. The city was a major stop on the Union Pacific Railroad and was a major hub for the cattle industry. The city was also home to a number of businesses, including a flour mill, a brickyard, a brewery, and a number of other businesses.

Geography

Central City is located in the Platte River Valley, approximately 40 miles northwest of Omaha. The city is situated on the banks of the Platte River and is surrounded by rolling hills and farmland. The city has a total area of 1.3 square miles, all of which is land.

Economy

Central City’s economy is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The city is home to a number of agricultural businesses, including a feed mill, a grain elevator, and a number of other agricultural businesses. The city is also home to a number of manufacturing businesses, including a furniture factory, a plastics factory, and a number of other manufacturing businesses.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Central City had a population of 2,500 people. The racial makeup of the city was 97.2% White, 0.4% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in Central City was $41,250, and the median income for a family was $50,000. The per capita income for the city was $20,845. About 8.2% of families and 10.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Conclusion

Central City, Nebraska is a small city located in Merrick County, Nebraska. It is situated in the Platte River Valley, approximately 40 miles northwest of Omaha. The city has a population of approximately 2,500 people and is the county seat of Merrick County. The city’s economy is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing, and the city is home to a number of businesses, including a feed mill, a grain elevator, a furniture factory, and a plastics factory. The racial makeup of the city is 97.2% White, 0.4% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.6% from two or more races. The median income for a household in Central City was $41,250, and the median income for a family was $50,000.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Central City?
Total Population of Central City is 3,035.
What is the Total Male Population of Central City?
Total Male Population of Central City is 1,439.
What is the Total Female Population of Central City?
Total Female Population of Central City is 1,596.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Central City?
There are 90.16 Males per 100 Females in Central City.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Central City?
There are 110.91 Females per 100 Males in Central City.
What is the Median Population Age in Central City?
Median Population Age in Central City is 37.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Central City
Average Family Size in Central City is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Central City
Average Household Size in Central City is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Central City?
Per Capita income in Central City is $28,180.
What is the Median Family Income in Central City?
Median Family Income in Central City is $74,333.
What is the Median Household income in Central City?
Median Household Income in Central City is $54,063.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Central City?
Income or Wage Gap in Central City is 39.4%.
Women in Central City earn 60.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Central City?
Inequality or Gini Index in Central City is 0.41.
How Large is the Labor Force in Central City?
There are 1,399 People in the Labor Forcein in Central City.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Central City?
59.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Central City.