Greenwood, NE

Nebraska · Metropolitan Area

Greenwood is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 511. Residents earn $99,000 per year, which is 32% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
511 Population 1,246/sq mi density
$99,000 Median Income $36,773 per capita
$169,200 Home Value $285,837 Zillow
$1,152 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$99,000 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$169,200 home value, $1,152/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $99,000
32% higher than US avg
Home Value $169,200
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.1%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,152
1% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.4%
24% lower than US avg

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

People

Population511
Median Age33.3 yrs
Density1,246/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A+
Median Income$99,000
Per Capita$36,773
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty9.4%
County GDP$1,148M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$169,200
Rent$1,152
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$285,837

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.6%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain33.6 in/yr
Elevation1,128 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.1%
High School+91.7%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute26 min
Libraries6

Is Greenwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Greenwood receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Greenwood stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Greenwood is $99,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 32% above $75,149. This places Greenwood among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. 9.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Greenwood is $169,200, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,152 per month. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Greenwood 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.

Greenwood has a population of 511 with a density of 1,246 people per square mile. The median age is 33.3 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.9%).

Population

511
Total Population
1,246
People / sq mi
33.3yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.8%
Female 45.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Greenwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.6%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.4%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Greenwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Greenwood is $99,000, which is 32% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Greenwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$99,000
32% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,773
Avg Weekly Wage$990
IRS Avg AGI$86,572

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.4%
24% 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 Rate3.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.0 min
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Greenwood is $169,200, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,152 (1% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $285,837.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$169,200
40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$285,837
Median List Price$339,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$339,000
$/Sq Ft$181
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio101.9%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,152
1% 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-Occupied77.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,832
67% above US avg
Effective Rate3.45%
In Greenwood, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.6% report depression. 21.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.1%
19% above US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure28.1%
Asthma9.0%
COPD4.5%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.7%
Physical Inactivity21.3%
Depression18.6%
Mental Distress13.8%
Physical Distress9.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.8%
Checkup Rate75.1%
Premature Death7,015/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Greenwood 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

Elevation1,128 ft (344 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density1,246/sq mi
Coordinates40.9617°N, 96.4430°W
County FIPS31025
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 21.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% 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+21.1%
37% below US avg
High School+91.7%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,246/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants41
Retail Stores58

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.0 min
Work from Home3.8%

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