Linwood, NE

Nebraska

Linwood is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 110. Residents earn $28,929 per year, which is 62% below the national average.

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
110 Population 289/sq mi density
$28,929 Median Income $19,917 per capita
N/A Home Value $319,989 Zillow
$1,292 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$28,929 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$1,292/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,929
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.7%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,292
11% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 47.6%
284% higher than US avg

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

People

Population110
Median Age32.5 yrs
Density289/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans73.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$28,929
Per Capita$19,917
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty47.6%
County GDP$3,064M
Commute53 min

Housing

F
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,292
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$319,989

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.0%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain31.6 in/yr
Elevation1,335 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.7%
High School+94.1%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute53 min
Broadband63.0%
Libraries6

Is Linwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Linwood receives an overall livability score of 1.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Linwood faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Linwood is $28,929, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 47.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 53 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $1,292 per month.

Education

14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Linwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.6 inches, including 34.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Linwood has a population of 110 with a density of 289 people per square mile. The median age is 32.5 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.2%), with 8.2% Hispanic, 1.8% Black.

Population

110
Total Population
289
People / sq mi
32.5yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.7%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Linwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Linwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Linwood is $28,929, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 47.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 53 minutes.

Income: Linwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,929
62% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,917
Avg Weekly Wage$1,044
IRS Avg AGI$68,210

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate47.6%
284% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,109
County GDP$3,064M

Business (County)

Restaurants95
Healthcare120
Retail142
Manufacturing52

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,834
67% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time52.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $1,292 (11% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $319,989.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$319,989

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,292
11% above 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-Occupied75.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,834
67% above US avg
In Linwood, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.0% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.3%
19% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure26.5%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.4%
Physical Inactivity24.2%
Depression18.0%
Mental Distress15.9%
Physical Distress11.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.7%
Checkup Rate68.2%
Premature Death8,617/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access88.1%
Healthcare Facilities120

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Linwood has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.6 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall34.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,335 ft (407 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density289/sq mi
Coordinates41.4123°N, 96.9323°W
County FIPS31053
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.6-point margin. 63.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.7%
D 33.1%

Winner: Republican by 32.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.7%
56% below US avg
High School+94.1%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density289/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access63.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities120
Restaurants95
Retail Stores142

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute52.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

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