Grand Island

NE

Hall County, Nebraska

Population 63K |Median income $69,251 |2 hospitals

Population
62,536
Hall County
Median Income
$69,251
Near average
Median Home Value
$224,600
Near average
Median Age
36.1
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
63K+5%
Median Income
$69,251+42%
Median Home Value
$224,600+98%
Poverty Rate
14.1%+3%
Unemployment
4%-38%

Economics

Median Rent
$943/mo
Poverty Rate
14.1%
Unemployment 4%
Bachelor's Degree+ 21.5%
Work From Home 4.4%
Public Transit 0.6%

Population

White 64.6%
African American 3.9%
Asian 1.1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
41.2%
Short Sleep Duration
33.9%
High Blood Pressure
32.8%
Physical Inactivity
31.2%
Binge Drinking
19%
Lack of Health Insurance
16.1%
Current Smoking
14.6%
Frequent Mental Distress
14%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.1%
Diabetes
12%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 74.1%
Dental Visit 60.5%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
8.8%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.7%
Stroke
3.5%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
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1
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0
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1
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0
Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
2
CHI HEALTH ST. FRANCIS
GRAND ISLAND · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
GRAND ISLAND REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
GRAND ISLAND · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Grand Island Area 6

Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 33m ago
Bushfire Alerts

Grass Fire Advice Issued for City of Sydney (NSW)

NSW RFS · 34m ago
Bushfire Alerts

Grass Fire Advice Issued for City of Sydney (NSW) Area

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for City of Sydney Following Grass Fire Report

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Advice Issued for Grass Fire in City of Sydney

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Advice Issued for Grass Fire in City of Sydney (NSW)

NSW RFS · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Grand Island, NE? ▼
Grand Island, NE has a population of 62,536 people, located in Hall County, Nebraska.
What is the median household income in Grand Island? ▼
The median household income in Grand Island, NE is $69,251 per year. The poverty rate is 14.1%.
What is the median home value in Grand Island? ▼
The median home value in Grand Island, NE is $224,600. Median rent is $943/month.
What are the top health concerns in Grand Island? ▼
The top health indicators in Grand Island include Obesity (41.2%), Short Sleep Duration (33.9%), High Blood Pressure (32.8%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Grand Island? ▼
Grand Island has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Grand Island? ▼
The median age in Grand Island, NE is 36.1 years. 21.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Grand Island, NE is located in Hall County, Nebraska. With a population of 63K and a median household income of $69,251, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Grand Island area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Hall County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.