Deweese, NE

Nebraska

Deweese is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 31. Residents earn $21,429 per year, which is 71% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
31 Population 238/sq mi density
$21,429 Median Income $23,387 per capita
$85,000 Home Value $301,048 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$21,429 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$85,000 home value
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $21,429
71% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,000
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.1%
52% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.5%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population31
Median Age58.7 yrs
Density238/mi²
Male / Female81% / 19%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans31.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$21,429
Per Capita$23,387
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.5%
County GDP$469M
Commute22 min

Housing

A
Home Value$85,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$301,048

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain27.9 in/yr
Elevation1,693 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.1%
High School+77.4%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 17%
Commute22 min
Broadband22.0%
Libraries4

Is Deweese a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Deweese receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Deweese offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Deweese is $21,429, 71% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Deweese is $85,000, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Deweese experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.9 inches, including 21.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Deweese has a population of 31 with a density of 238 people per square mile. The median age is 58.7 years, 51% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

31
Total Population
238
People / sq mi
58.7yrs
Median Age
51% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 80.6%
Female 19.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Deweese vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Deweese vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Deweese is $21,429, which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Deweese vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$21,429
71% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,387
Avg Weekly Wage$996
IRS Avg AGI$80,128

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.5%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)276
County GDP$469M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare13
Retail19
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,829
9% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.1 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Deweese is $85,000, 70% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $301,048.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,000
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$301,048

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,829
9% above US avg
Effective Rate4.50%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.6%
Premature Death5,142/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access39.9%
Healthcare Facilities13

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Deweese has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.9 inches
27% below US avg
Snowfall21.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,693 ft (516 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density238/sq mi
Coordinates40.3547°N, 98.1392°W
County FIPS31035
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.5-point margin. 22.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.9%
D 17.4%

Winner: Republican by 63.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.1%
52% below US avg
High School+77.4%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density238/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access22.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants9
Retail Stores19

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.1 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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