Dix, NE

Nebraska

Dix is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 268. Residents earn $54,097 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
268 Population 1,218/sq mi density
$54,097 Median Income $28,811 per capita
$110,200 Home Value $136,414 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$54,097 median income, 0.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,200 home value
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,097
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,200
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.8%
65% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.7%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.2%
74% lower than US avg

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

People

Population268
Median Age41.9 yrs
Density1,218/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A
Median Income$54,097
Per Capita$28,811
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty3.2%
County GDP$263M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$136,414

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.9%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain18.2 in/yr
Elevation4,555 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.8%
High School+91.6%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute18 min
Libraries1

Is Dix a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dix receives an overall livability score of 3.7 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, high obesity rates. Dix offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dix is $54,097, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. Only 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dix is $110,200, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Dix experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.2 inches, including 28.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Dix has a population of 268 with a density of 1,218 people per square mile. The median age is 41.9 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97%), with 2.2% Hispanic.

Population

268
Total Population
1,218
People / sq mi
41.9yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.1%
Female 39.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Dix vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.4%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.6%
73% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dix vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dix is $54,097, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Dix vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,097
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,811
Avg Weekly Wage$966
IRS Avg AGI$60,648

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.2%
74% below US avg
Establishments (County)144
County GDP$263M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare7
Retail22
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,280
6% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Dix is $110,200, 61% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $136,414.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,200
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$136,414

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-Occupied80.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,280
6% below US avg
Effective Rate2.98%
In Dix, 42.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.9% report depression. 30.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.7%
33% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure31.2%
Asthma9.6%
COPD7.1%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity30.9%
Depression18.9%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate72.8%
Checkup Rate71.9%
Premature Death9,793/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access75.9%
Healthcare Facilities7

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Dix has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.4°F
9% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.2 inches
52% below US avg
Snowfall28.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,555 ft (1,388 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,218/sq mi
Coordinates41.2343°N, 103.4867°W
County FIPS31105
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 67-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.8%
D 15.8%

Winner: Republican by 67 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.8%
65% below US avg
High School+91.6%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,218/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities7
Restaurants13
Retail Stores22

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

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