Berwyn, NE

Nebraska

Berwyn is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 68. Residents earn $73,750 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
68 Population 262/sq mi density
$73,750 Median Income $21,507 per capita
$62,500 Home Value
50°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$73,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$62,500 home value
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,750
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $62,500
78% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.6%
92% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.9%
53% lower than US avg

How Berwyn Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population68
Median Age32.5 yrs
Density262/mi²
Male / Female37% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 53%
Veterans43.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$73,750
Per Capita$21,507
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.9%
County GDP$882M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$62,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units40

Health

Obesity39.5%
Uninsured8.7%
Smoking14.0%
Depression17.9%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI32 (Good)
Rain22.9 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation2,374 ft (724 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.6%
High School+89.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute20 min
Broadband22.0%
Libraries7

Is Berwyn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Berwyn receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Berwyn offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Berwyn is $73,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Berwyn is $62,500, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Berwyn experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Berwyn has a population of 68 with a density of 262 people per square mile. The median age is 32.5 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (52.9%), with 35.3% Hispanic.

Population

68
Total Population
262
People / sq mi
32.5yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 36.8%
Female 63.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Berwyn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Berwyn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Berwyn is $73,750, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Berwyn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,750
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,507
Avg Weekly Wage$961
IRS Avg AGI$58,725

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.9%
53% below US avg
Establishments (County)488
County GDP$882M

Business (County)

Restaurants32
Healthcare34
Retail70
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,290
6% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.5 min
Drive Alone59.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Berwyn is $62,500, 78% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$62,500
78% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$706
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$1,001
3 Bedrooms$1,274
4 Bedrooms$1,409

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.9%
Housing Units40
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,290
6% below US avg
Effective Rate5.26%
In Berwyn, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.7% of residents lack health insurance. 14.0% are current smokers. 17.9% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Berwyn vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma9.3%
COPD5.5%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.0%
0% below US avg
Binge Drinking22.2%
Physical Inactivity25.0%
Depression17.9%
Mental Distress15.1%
Physical Distress10.8%
Short Sleep33.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.7%
1% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.3%
Dental Visits59.4%
Premature Death8,243/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access53.7%
Healthcare Facilities34
Berwyn has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.9 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.2°F
7% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.9 inches
40% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,374 ft (724 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density262/sq mi
Coordinates41.3509°N, 99.5006°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS31041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 2.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (92% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 72.3-point margin. 22.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.7%
D 13.4%

Winner: Republican by 72.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.6%
92% below US avg
High School+89.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.81
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density262/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access22.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities34
Restaurants32
Retail Stores70

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.5 min
Drive Alone59.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.5%

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