Lexington, NE
Full City Profile · Nebraska · Dawson County County
Lexington, NE
At a Glance
How Lexington Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lexington's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lexington a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lexington residents earn a median household income of $62,364 , which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,611. The unemployment rate stands at 2.8% (22% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 763 business establishments, including 67 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lexington is $155,200 , 45% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $202,545. Median rent is $921/month, with 21.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1972.
Safety & Crime
Lexington reports 129 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 66% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,353/100K.
Education
14.0% of adults in Lexington hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below the national average). 61.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lexington has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.4 inches.