Callaway, NE

Nebraska

Callaway is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 608. Residents earn $50,938 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
608 Population 869/sq mi density
$50,938 Median Income $35,900 per capita
$157,600 Home Value $188,330 Zillow
$585 Median Rent 19.7% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$50,938 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$157,600 home value, $585/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,938
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $157,600
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.5%
4% lower than US avg
Median Rent $585
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

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

People

Population608
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density869/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A
Median Income$50,938
Per Capita$35,900
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$882M
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$157,600
Rent$585
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$188,330
Rent Burden19.7%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.0%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI32 (Good)
Elevation2,548 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.5%
High School+95.8%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute13 min
Libraries7

Is Callaway a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Callaway receives an overall livability score of 4.2 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. Callaway stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Callaway is $50,938, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Callaway is $157,600, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $585 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

32.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Callaway experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Callaway has a population of 608 with a density of 869 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%).

Population

608
Total Population
869
People / sq mi
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Callaway vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Callaway vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Callaway is $50,938, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Callaway vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,938
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,900
Avg Weekly Wage$961
IRS Avg AGI$58,725

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% 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 Rate2.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.5 min
Work from Home1.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Callaway is $157,600, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $585 (50% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $188,330.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$157,600
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$188,330

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$585
50% below US avg
Rent Burden19.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,290
6% below US avg
Effective Rate2.09%
In Callaway, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.0% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.1%
25% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma9.8%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.2%
Physical Inactivity25.6%
Depression19.0%
Mental Distress15.8%
Physical Distress11.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.7%
Checkup Rate73.4%
Premature Death8,243/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access53.7%
Healthcare Facilities34

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Callaway has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.4°F
9% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,548 ft (777 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density869/sq mi
Coordinates41.2914°N, 99.9203°W
County FIPS31041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 32.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 72.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.7%
D 13.4%

Winner: Republican by 72.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.5%
4% below US avg
High School+95.8%
School Test Score5.81
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density869/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities34
Restaurants32
Retail Stores70

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.5 min
Work from Home1.1%

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