Lewellen, NE

Nebraska

Lewellen is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 198. Residents earn $60,625 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
198 Population 535/sq mi density
$60,625 Median Income $41,822 per capita
$79,100 Home Value $230,363 Zillow
$717 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$60,625 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$79,100 home value, $717/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
29.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,625
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $79,100
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.2%
13% lower than US avg
Median Rent $717
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.7%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.4%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population198
Median Age63.3 yrs
Density535/mi²
Male / Female46% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

A
Median Income$60,625
Per Capita$41,822
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty6.4%
County GDP$88M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$79,100
Rent$717
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$230,363

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.6%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain17.9 in/yr
Elevation3,307 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.2%
High School+88.3%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 15%
Commute14 min
Libraries2

Is Lewellen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lewellen receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Lewellen stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lewellen is $60,625, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lewellen is $79,100, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $717 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

29.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Lewellen experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.9 inches, including 27.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Lewellen has a population of 198 with a density of 535 people per square mile. The median age is 63.3 years, 63% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.9%), with 6.6% Hispanic.

Population

198
Total Population
535
People / sq mi
63.3yrs
Median Age
63% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.5%
Female 54.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Lewellen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lewellen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lewellen is $60,625, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Lewellen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,625
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,822
Avg Weekly Wage$761
IRS Avg AGI$57,699

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.4%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)78
County GDP$88M

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Retail11

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.4 min
Work from Home14.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Lewellen is $79,100, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $717 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $230,363.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$79,100
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$230,363

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$717
38% 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-Occupied85.8%

Property Tax

In Lewellen, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.6% report depression. 29.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.7%
30% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity29.7%
Depression18.6%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress13.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.0%
Checkup Rate73.5%
Premature Death7,402/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access60.1%

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Lewellen has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.0°F
9% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.9 inches
53% below US avg
Snowfall27.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,307 ft (1,008 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density535/sq mi
Coordinates41.3305°N, 102.1437°W
County FIPS31049
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 29.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.3%
D 14.9%

Winner: Republican by 68.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.2%
13% below US avg
High School+88.3%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density535/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Restaurants7
Retail Stores11

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.4 min
Work from Home14.5%

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