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Stanton County

NE · Pop. 5,835 · Rural County

53/100Homestead Score

Stanton County, Nebraska covers 428 square miles with a population of 5,835 and a density of 13.6 people per square mile, so rural land and genuine privacy are available. The agricultural economy is rated strong, built on corn, soybeans, hay. The median home price is $184,000, with an effective property tax rate of 1.31%. The climate sits in USDA hardiness zone 5b with a 153-day growing season, average summer highs of 84.7°F and average winter lows of 12.4°F. Annual rainfall averages 30 inches, and with drought risk rated very high, water storage and irrigation planning matter. Faith Regional Health Services East Campus is 15.8 miles away, though without an in-county emergency room. Broadband reaches 93.4% of homes. On the hazard side, wildfire risk is very high, drought risk is very high, so plan infrastructure and insurance accordingly.

Property Tax: 1.31%
Growing Season: 153 days
Broadband: 93.4%
Density: 13.6/sq mi

Pros

  • A median home price of $184,000 makes land and property relatively affordable.
  • Broadband reaches 93.4% of homes, making remote work and online farm sales realistic.
  • A strong agricultural economy built on corn, soybeans, hay means local markets, equipment, and know-how are in place.
  • At 13.6 people per square mile, land is available with genuine space and privacy.
  • A low unemployment rate of 2.7% reflects a stable local job base.

Cons

  • Wildfire risk is very high, requiring defensible space, fire-resistant construction, and an evacuation plan.
  • Drought risk is very high, making water storage and irrigation infrastructure essential rather than optional.
  • A 153-day growing season limits crop diversity and calls for season-extension tools.
  • An effective property tax rate of 1.31% is on the higher side and adds to annual carrying costs.
  • The nearest hospital, Faith Regional Health Services East Campus, is 15.8 miles away, a real consideration for medical needs.

At a glance

Stanton County, NE is a mixed homesteading prospect — weigh the tradeoffs.

Homestead score
53/100
Median home price
$184k
Property tax
1.31%
Growing season
153 days (zone 5b)
Annual rainfall
30"
Broadband
93.4%
Nearest hospital
Faith Regional Health Services East Campus, 15.8 mi

Taxes & Cost of Living

Property Tax Rate1.31%
Median Household Income$78,275
Poverty Rate7.1%

Land & Building

Median Home Price$184K

Climate & Growing

USDA Zone5b
Growing Season153 days
Annual Rainfall30 inches
Avg Summer High84.7°F
Avg Winter Low12.4°F
Top CropsCorn, Soybeans, Hay

Natural Disaster Risk

Drought8/10
Wildfire7/10
Tornado4/10
Flood3/10

Healthcare

Nearest HospitalFaith Regional Health Services East Campus (15.8 mi)
Emergency RoomNo
Healthcare Facilities0

Infrastructure & Community

Broadband Coverage93.4%

Business & Employment

Unemployment Rate2.7%
Ag EconomyStrong

Homesteading in Stanton County: FAQ

What is the growing season like in Stanton County?
Stanton County is in USDA hardiness zone 5b with a 153-day growing season, average summer highs of 84.7°F, and average winter lows of 12.4°F. The established crops are corn, soybeans, hay.
How affordable is land and property here?
The median home price is $184,000 and the effective property tax rate is 1.31%. Per-acre raw-land prices vary widely by parcel here, so check active listings for current rates.
Is broadband internet available?
Broadband reaches 93.4% of homes, strong coverage that supports remote work for most parcels.
How close is healthcare?
Faith Regional Health Services East Campus is 15.8 miles away, without an in-county emergency room.

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Figures are sourced from public datasets: U.S. Census Bureau — ACS 5-year & Gazetteer, USDA NASS Census of Agriculture, USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map, NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020), FEMA National Risk Index, FCC Broadband Data Collection, BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics, HIFLD Hospitals. Always confirm specifics locally before relying on them. See our methodology for how the homestead score is calculated.