Elmwood, NE

Nebraska · Metropolitan Area

Elmwood is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 765. Residents earn $81,250 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
765 Population 1,700/sq mi density
$81,250 Median Income $43,765 per capita
$176,600 Home Value $264,019 Zillow
$840 Median Rent 18.8% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$81,250 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$176,600 home value, $840/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,250
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $176,600
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.5%
1% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.2%
50% lower than US avg

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

People

Population765
Median Age36.2 yrs
Density1,700/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

A+
Median Income$81,250
Per Capita$43,765
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty6.2%
County GDP$1,148M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$176,600
Rent$840
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$264,019
Rent Burden18.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.6%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain33.6 in/yr
Elevation1,284 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.5%
High School+96.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute31 min
Libraries6

Is Elmwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elmwood receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Elmwood stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Elmwood is $81,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Elmwood is $176,600, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $840 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Elmwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.6 inches, including 32.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Elmwood has a population of 765 with a density of 1,700 people per square mile. The median age is 36.2 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

765
Total Population
1,700
People / sq mi
36.2yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.8%
Female 55.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Elmwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Elmwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elmwood is $81,250, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Elmwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,250
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,765
Avg Weekly Wage$990
IRS Avg AGI$86,572

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.2%
50% below US avg
Establishments (County)706
County GDP$1,148M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare37
Retail58
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,832
67% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.1 min
Drive Alone82.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Elmwood is $176,600, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $264,019.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$176,600
37% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$264,019

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% below US avg
Rent Burden18.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,832
67% above US avg
Effective Rate3.30%
In Elmwood, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.6% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.8%
24% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.0%
Physical Inactivity24.2%
Depression19.6%
Mental Distress15.1%
Physical Distress11.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate74.8%
Premature Death7,015/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access59.0%
Healthcare Facilities37

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Elmwood has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.6 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall32.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,284 ft (391 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density1,700/sq mi
Coordinates40.8428°N, 96.2952°W
County FIPS31025
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 33.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.8%
D 30.6%

Winner: Republican by 37.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.5%
1% below US avg
High School+96.0%
School Test Score5.81
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,700/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants41
Retail Stores58

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.1 min
Drive Alone82.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.7%

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