Maywood, NE

Nebraska

Maywood is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 248. Residents earn $56,500 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
248 Population 394/sq mi density
$56,500 Median Income $36,280 per capita
$92,100 Home Value $105,344 Zillow
$805 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$56,500 median income, 7.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$92,100 home value, $805/mo rent
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,500
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $92,100
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.6%
27% lower than US avg
Median Rent $805
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.1%
97% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.5%
65% higher than US avg

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

People

Population248
Median Age45.0 yrs
Density394/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

C+
Median Income$56,500
Per Capita$36,280
Unemployment7.1%
Poverty20.5%
County GDP$104M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$92,100
Rent$805
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$105,344

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.0%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain21.3 in/yr
Elevation2,680 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.6%
High School+90.5%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute25 min
Libraries2

Is Maywood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Maywood receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Maywood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Maywood is $56,500, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 20.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Maywood is $92,100, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $805 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Maywood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.3 inches, including 28.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Maywood has a population of 248 with a density of 394 people per square mile. The median age is 45.0 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.7%), with 3.6% Hispanic, 1.6% Black.

Population

248
Total Population
394
People / sq mi
45.0yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.2%
Female 44.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Maywood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Maywood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Maywood is $56,500, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Maywood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,500
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,280
Avg Weekly Wage$807
IRS Avg AGI$57,503

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.1%
97% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.5%
65% above US avg
Establishments (County)98
County GDP$104M

Business (County)

Restaurants5
Healthcare8
Retail12

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.1 min
Work from Home0.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Maywood is $92,100, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $805 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $105,344.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$92,100
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$105,344

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$805
31% 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-Occupied71.6%

Property Tax

In Maywood, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.0% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.6%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression18.0%
Mental Distress15.4%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.2%
Checkup Rate72.8%
Premature Death8,825/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access60.8%
Healthcare Facilities8

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Maywood has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.3 inches
44% below US avg
Snowfall28.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,680 ft (817 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density394/sq mi
Coordinates40.6587°N, 100.6222°W
County FIPS31063
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 24.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 72.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86%
D 13.1%

Winner: Republican by 72.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.6%
27% below US avg
High School+90.5%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density394/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities8
Restaurants5
Retail Stores12

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.1 min
Work from Home0.8%

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