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Thomas County

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Median Home$109,200
Median Rent$638/month
Population564
Leading IndustriesInformation & Media · Construction · Finance & Insurance16% information & media
Retirees39% of residentstop 1% nationally
Homeowners68% of occupied units
NotableAffordable Market$109k median home · lower cost than 90% of the country
NotableHighly Educated23% hold a bachelor's degree · top 12% nationally
Thomas County
NE

Frequently Asked Questions

What are today's mortgage rates in Thomas County?

As of today, the 30-year fixed mortgage rate for Thomas County is approximately 7.625% (7.899% APR). Rates vary based on your credit score, loan type, down payment, and other factors. Safe Rate updates rates daily using live investor pricing.

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What is the median home price in Thomas County?

The median home value in Thomas County is $109k. The median monthly rent is $638. Annual property taxes average $1k. Home values are based on U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates.

How much income do you need to buy a home in Thomas County?

Based on a typical all-in ownership cost of $579/month (mortgage, taxes, insurance), you'd generally need a household income of approximately $25k/year to keep housing costs at or below 28% of gross income — a common lender guideline. The median household income in Thomas County is $65k/year.

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What industries drive the economy in Thomas County?

The largest employment sectors in Thomas County are agriculture and mining (29%) and construction (29%) of the local workforce. Industry data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey.

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