Broadwater, NE

Nebraska

Broadwater is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 118. Residents earn $56,607 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
118 Population 738/sq mi density
$56,607 Median Income $34,258 per capita
$39,600 Home Value $130,442 Zillow
$1,036 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$56,607 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$39,600 home value, $1,036/mo rent
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,607
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $39,600
86% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.5%
27% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,036
11% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.2%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.7%
46% lower than US avg

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

People

Population118
Median Age49.4 yrs
Density738/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

A
Median Income$56,607
Per Capita$34,258
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.7%
County GDP$473M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$39,600
Rent$1,036
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$130,442

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.5%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain15.1 in/yr
Elevation3,585 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.5%
High School+76.4%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute21 min
Broadband61.0%
Libraries3

Is Broadwater a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Broadwater receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Broadwater stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Broadwater is $56,607, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Broadwater is $39,600, 86% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,036 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Broadwater experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.1 inches, including 19.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Broadwater has a population of 118 with a density of 738 people per square mile. The median age is 49.4 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.8%).

Population

118
Total Population
738
People / sq mi
49.4yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.4%
Female 46.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Broadwater vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.1%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.9%
26% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Broadwater vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Broadwater is $56,607, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Broadwater vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,607
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,258
Avg Weekly Wage$929
IRS Avg AGI$61,010

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.7%
46% below US avg
Establishments (County)184
County GDP$473M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare8
Retail20
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,200
20% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate10.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.0 min
Work from Home3.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Broadwater is $39,600, 86% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,036 (11% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $130,442.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$39,600
86% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$130,442

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,036
11% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,200
20% above US avg
Effective Rate10.61%
In Broadwater, 42.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.5% report depression. 30.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.2%
31% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma9.5%
COPD6.7%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity30.3%
Depression18.5%
Mental Distress15.7%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.0%
Checkup Rate72.7%
Premature Death11,072/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access73.5%
Healthcare Facilities8

Crime Rates: Broadwater vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Broadwater has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average47.9°F
11% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.1 inches
60% below US avg
Snowfall19.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,585 ft (1,093 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density738/sq mi
Coordinates41.5980°N, 102.8525°W
County FIPS31123
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 24.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.4-point margin. 61.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.5%
D 15.1%

Winner: Republican by 68.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.5%
27% below US avg
High School+76.4%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density738/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access61.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities8
Restaurants10
Retail Stores20

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.0 min
Work from Home3.9%

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