Ohiowa, NE

Nebraska

Ohiowa is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 117. Residents earn $51,250 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
117 Population 468/sq mi density
$51,250 Median Income $27,938 per capita
$47,700 Home Value $246,302 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$51,250 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$47,700 home value
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,250
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $47,700
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.7%
80% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.1%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 27.6%
123% higher than US avg

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

People

Population117
Median Age54.4 yrs
Density468/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$51,250
Per Capita$27,938
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty27.6%
County GDP$560M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$47,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$246,302

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.2%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain32.4 in/yr
Elevation1,589 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.7%
High School+87.6%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute24 min
Broadband54.0%
Libraries5

Is Ohiowa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ohiowa receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Ohiowa offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ohiowa is $51,250, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. The poverty rate of 27.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ohiowa is $47,700, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Ohiowa experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches, including 20.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Ohiowa has a population of 117 with a density of 468 people per square mile. The median age is 54.4 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

117
Total Population
468
People / sq mi
54.4yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%
Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Ohiowa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.9%
3% above US avg
Spanish19.1%
43% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Ohiowa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ohiowa is $51,250, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 27.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Ohiowa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,250
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,938
Avg Weekly Wage$1,022
IRS Avg AGI$81,693

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate27.6%
123% above US avg
Establishments (County)280
County GDP$560M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare18
Retail30
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,867
18% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ohiowa is $47,700, 83% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $246,302.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$47,700
83% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$246,302

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$706
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$1,001
3 Bedrooms$1,274
4 Bedrooms$1,409

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,867
18% below US avg
Effective Rate6.01%
In Ohiowa, 43.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.2% report depression. 28.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.1%
34% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma9.0%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.0%
Physical Inactivity28.3%
Depression17.2%
Mental Distress14.8%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.5%
Checkup Rate73.2%
Premature Death5,978/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access65.9%
Healthcare Facilities18

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Ohiowa has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.4 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall20.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,589 ft (484 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density468/sq mi
Coordinates40.4136°N, 97.4524°W
County FIPS31059
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.9-point margin. 54.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.8%
D 22%

Winner: Republican by 54.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.7%
80% below US avg
High School+87.6%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density468/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access54.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants8
Retail Stores30

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

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