Madison Public RecordsNebraska

Madison, Nebraska has a homeownership rate around 65%, with median home values near $140,000 (2023). Rentals comprise 35% of housing, with median rents about $800 per month. The property market is stable, with minor year-over-year changes in value. Housing includes single-family homes and a few multifamily units, with most neighborhoods quiet and residential, close to local schools and parks. Annual property taxes average 1.74% of a home's value, translating to approximately $2,436 for a median-priced house. The city offers affordable living compared to Nebraska’s urban centers.

Madison, Nebraska’s transportation is dominated by personal vehicles, with about 85% of workers commuting alone by car; carpooling accounts for roughly 11%. Public transportation options are limited, with less than 1% of residents using such services. The average commute time is approximately 15 minutes, significantly below the national average. Nearly 95% of households own at least one vehicle. Madison’s infrastructure includes U.S. Highway 81, supporting access to major employers like Tyson Foods and the local school district, which are key employment hubs within the city.

Madison, Nebraska, served by Faith Regional Physician Services and the Madison Medical Clinic, has limited in-town healthcare facilities; the nearest hospital is Faith Regional Health Services, 22 miles away in Norfolk. About 13% of Madison County residents lack health insurance (US Census, 2021). The city’s population is 53% Hispanic/Latino, with common health issues including diabetes, hypertension, and obesity. Access is challenged for non-English speakers and low-income families, though local clinics offer bilingual services and sliding-scale fees. There are roughly 1.6 primary care providers per 10,000 residents in Madison County (HRSA, 2023).

Madison, Nebraska, served by Madison Public Schools, has one elementary, one middle, and one high school, collectively educating about 660 students. Madison High School’s graduation rate is approximately 90%. The city’s adult population: 73% hold a high school diploma, while around 10% have a bachelor’s degree or higher. School safety is a priority, with reported incidents below state averages. Educational programs include ESL and career-technical education. There are currently no higher education institutions in Madison, but Northeast Community College’s Norfolk campus is 18 miles away for further adult education opportunities.

As of the 2020 Census, Madison city, Madison County, Nebraska, had a population of 2,283. The median age was 32.4 years, with 48.5% male and 51.5% female residents. Racially, the city was 54.7% White, 3.2% Black or African American, 1.4% Native American, 1.1% Asian, and 35.5% from other races; 59.4% identified as Hispanic or Latino.