Apartments for rent in Chalco, NE

Chalco, Nebraska is a small city with just over 11,000 residents. Children under 5 make up a higher percentage of the population here (9%) than nationally (6%), making it a great place to raise a family, while retirees are less well-represented. Overall, the city's population, with an average age of just under 34, skews decidedly younger than most cities in Nebraska. Just 24% of residents rent in Chalco, as home ownership is common in the area. Relatively high rent costs may be playing a role, as the average rent of $1,024 per month is substantially higher than the state average of $832.

Chalco has an average commute time of about 24 minutes, longer than the Nebraska average of about 19 minutes. Many residents (59%) commute to work by car or truck, while public transportation isn't used extensively. A small percentage of commuters walk to work.

Chalco has a relatively large number of residents older than 25 who have earned Bachelor's degrees (17%) compared to the national average (13%). Additionally, 24% have earned a Bachelor's, Master's, Professional, or Doctoral degree. There are three primary industries in Chalco: retail, healthcare, and manufacturing. Combined, these industries make up 23% of the labor force in the city. Meanwhile, in terms of job function, 12% of residents work in sales, which ranks as the top profession in the city. Chalco workers earn an average annual income of around $80K, around $13,000 more than those elsewhere in the state. The city's average income also compares favorably to the national average ($73,345).