Dwight, NE

Nebraska

Dwight is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 233. Residents earn $79,167 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
233 Population 971/sq mi density
$79,167 Median Income $48,220 per capita
$122,900 Home Value $234,923 Zillow
$789 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$79,167 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$122,900 home value, $789/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,167
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $122,900
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.2%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $789
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population233
Median Age49.9 yrs
Density971/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

A+
Median Income$79,167
Per Capita$48,220
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$584M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$122,900
Rent$789
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$234,923

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.0%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain30.4 in/yr
Elevation1,622 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.2%
High School+94.2%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute24 min
Libraries4

Is Dwight a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dwight receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Dwight offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dwight is $79,167, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dwight is $122,900, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $789 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Dwight experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.4 inches, including 31.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Dwight has a population of 233 with a density of 971 people per square mile. The median age is 49.9 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.9%).

Population

233
Total Population
971
People / sq mi
49.9yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.7%
Female 43.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Dwight vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.9%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.1%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dwight vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dwight is $79,167, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Dwight vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,167
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,220
Avg Weekly Wage$1,045
IRS Avg AGI$71,729

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)276
County GDP$584M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare15
Retail27
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,240
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.6 min
Work from Home7.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Dwight is $122,900, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $789 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $234,923.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$122,900
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$234,923

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$789
32% 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-Occupied70.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,240
7% below US avg
Effective Rate2.64%
In Dwight, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.0% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure27.7%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.2%
Physical Inactivity23.7%
Depression18.0%
Mental Distress15.1%
Physical Distress10.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.6%
Checkup Rate73.2%
Premature Death5,602/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access45.8%
Healthcare Facilities15

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Dwight has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.3°F
9% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.4 inches
20% below US avg
Snowfall31.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,622 ft (494 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density971/sq mi
Coordinates41.0827°N, 97.0191°W
County FIPS31023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 59.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.4%
D 19.8%

Winner: Republican by 59.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.2%
58% below US avg
High School+94.2%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density971/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants16
Retail Stores27

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.6 min
Work from Home7.4%

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