Grand Island city, Nebraska
Grand Island city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Grand Island city is a geographic entity located in Hall County, Nebraska. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 52,884. The land area covers 30.25 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 52,884 | ±27 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 34.7 yrs | ±0.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 20,765 | ±295 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 21,503 | ±198 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 20,765 | ±295 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 738 | ±244 |
| Median Home Value | $218,600 | ±$7,365 |
| Median Gross Rent | $947 | ±$38 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $63,795 | ±$4,094 |
| Per Capita Income | $33,902 | ±$1,884 |
| Poverty Rate | 15.2% | ±2.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 7,918 | ±1,187 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.6% | ±1.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 25,790 | ±727 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89.5% | ±1.7% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 53,250 (2024)
ID: 184191
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: MAYOR
PO BOX 1968, GRAND ISLAND NE 68802-1968
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GUS Population: 62,869 (2024)
ID: 169502
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRPERSON
121 S PINE ST, 1, GRAND ISLAND NE 68801-6086
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | GRAND ISLAND, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | GRAND ISLAND, NE | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | GRAND ISLAND, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | GRAND ISLAND, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | CAIRO, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | CAIRO, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | GRAND ISLAND, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | DONIPHAN, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | DONIPHAN, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | GRAND ISLAND, NE |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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CHI HEALTH ST. FRANCIS
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Hospital | City address association | 2620 WEST FAIDLEY AVE, GRAND ISLAND, NE, 68803 |
(308) 384-4600
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Central Community College
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College | 2.3 mi away | 3134 West Hwy 34, Grand Island, NE, 68802-4903 |
3083984222
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GRAND ISLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.4 mi away | 1124 W. 2ND ST., GRAND ISLAND, NE, 68801 |
(308) 385-5333
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GRAND ISLAND REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
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Hospital | City address association | 3533 PRAIRIEVIEW STREET, GRAND ISLAND, NE, 68803 |
(308) 675-5000
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Hastings College
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College | 22.9 mi away | 710 N Turner Ave, Hastings, NE, 68901 |
40246324027405
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MALTMAN MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.5 mi away | 910 MAIN STREET, WOOD RIVER, NE, 68883 |
(308) 583-2349
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ALICE M. FARR LIBRARY
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Library | 19.3 mi away | 1603 L STREET, AURORA, NE, 68818 |
(402) 694-2272
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SAINT PAUL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.9 mi away | 1301 HOWARD AVENUE, ST. PAUL, NE, 68873 |
(308) 754-5223
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SHELTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.0 mi away | 313 C STREET, SHELTON, NE, 68876 |
(308) 647-5182
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CENTRAL CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.1 mi away | 1604 15TH AVENUE, CENTRAL CITY, NE, 68826 |
(308) 946-2512
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at GRAND ISLAND AP, NE US, located 3.6 miles from Grand Island city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36.1° | 15.6° | 25.9° | 0.61" | 6.8" |
| February | 40.4° | 19.1° | 29.7° | 0.74" | 7.3" |
| March | 52.6° | 28.8° | 40.7° | 1.39" | 3.8" |
| April | 63.3° | 38.6° | 51.0° | 2.52" | 1.6" |
| May | 73.4° | 50.5° | 62.0° | 4.70" | 0.0" |
| June | 84.4° | 61.1° | 72.8° | 4.01" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.1° | 65.8° | 77.0° | 3.51" | 0.0" |
| August | 85.8° | 63.5° | 74.6° | 3.20" | 0.0" |
| September | 79.3° | 53.9° | 66.6° | 2.00" | 0.1" |
| October | 65.6° | 40.6° | 53.1° | 1.99" | 1.1" |
| November | 51.1° | 28.1° | 39.6° | 1.10" | 2.3" |
| December | 38.9° | 18.9° | 28.9° | 0.84" | 4.7" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Island city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Alda village | Village | 6.9 mi | — |
| Phillips village | Village | 7.7 mi | — |
| Doniphan village | Village | 10.2 mi | — |
| St. Libory CDP | CDP | 11.1 mi | — |
| Chapman village | Village | 12.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3107919595. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.