Living in Custer County, Nebraska

Custer County is a county in Nebraska with a population of around 10,806. The main communities are Broken Bow, Sargent.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $875/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $167K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.1%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 38°F) and hot summers (highs around 85°F). Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Custer County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 43 and a predominantly working-class population (24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.