Maxwell, NE

Nebraska

Maxwell is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 230. Residents earn $78,750 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
230 Population 500/sq mi density
$78,750 Median Income $30,551 per capita
$89,700 Home Value $256,043 Zillow
$821 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$78,750 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$89,700 home value, $821/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,750
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $89,700
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.5%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $821
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.5%
88% lower than US avg

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

People

Population230
Median Age42.1 yrs
Density500/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A+
Median Income$78,750
Per Capita$30,551
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty1.5%
County GDP$3,307M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$89,700
Rent$821
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$256,043

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.1%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain21.1 in/yr
Elevation2,712 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.5%
High School+86.4%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute17 min
Broadband88.0%
Libraries3

Is Maxwell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Maxwell receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Maxwell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Maxwell is $78,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Maxwell is $89,700, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $821 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Maxwell experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.1 inches, including 29.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Maxwell has a population of 230 with a density of 500 people per square mile. The median age is 42.1 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.5%), with 2.6% Hispanic.

Population

230
Total Population
500
People / sq mi
42.1yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Maxwell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.7%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.3%
46% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Maxwell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Maxwell is $78,750, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Maxwell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,750
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$30,551
Avg Weekly Wage$1,003
IRS Avg AGI$68,078

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.5%
88% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,126
County GDP$3,307M

Business (County)

Restaurants98
Healthcare136
Retail155
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,229
49% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.6 min
Work from Home0.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Maxwell is $89,700, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $821 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $256,043.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$89,700
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$256,043

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$84
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio94.7%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$821
29% 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-Occupied75.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,229
49% above US avg
Effective Rate5.83%
In Maxwell, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.1% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.7%
Physical Inactivity23.0%
Depression20.1%
Mental Distress15.2%
Physical Distress10.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.2%
Checkup Rate73.1%
Premature Death9,594/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access82.9%
Healthcare Facilities136

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Maxwell has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.9°F
8% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.1 inches
45% below US avg
Snowfall29.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,712 ft (827 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density500/sq mi
Coordinates41.0771°N, 100.5263°W
County FIPS31111
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.2-point margin. 88.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77%
D 21.8%

Winner: Republican by 55.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.5%
72% below US avg
High School+86.4%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density500/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities136
Restaurants98
Retail Stores155

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.6 min
Work from Home0.8%

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