Nebraska
Lake Waconda is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 161. Residents earn $140,221 per year, which is 87% above the national average.
Based on current data, Lake Waconda receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Lake Waconda stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Lake Waconda is $140,221, which is significantly higher than the national average — 87% above $75,149. This places Lake Waconda among higher-income communities. 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%.
The median home value in Lake Waconda is $339,200, 20% above the national median. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
23.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Lake Waconda 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 34.1 inches, including 24.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
| Other Languages | 100% |
| Median HH Income | $140,221 |
| 87% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $69,121 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $927 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $72,410 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 285 |
| County GDP | $394M |
| Restaurants | 14 |
| Healthcare | 13 |
| Retail | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,425 |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.01% |
| Work from Home | 17.4% |
| Census Median | $339,200 |
| 20% above US avg |
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
| Owner-Occupied | 100.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,425 |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.01% |
| Premature Death | 9,007/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 28.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Annual Average | 51.4°F |
| 5% below US avg | |
| January Average | 24°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 34.1 inches |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 24.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 943 ft (287 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,342/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.8406°N, 95.8580°W |
| County FIPS | 19071 |
Winner: Republican by 44.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 23.2% |
| 31% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 100.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.81 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,342/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.1 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13 |
| Restaurants | 14 |
| Retail Stores | 30 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Work from Home | 17.4% |