Waco, NE

Nebraska

Waco is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 155. Residents earn $80,417 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
155 Population 620/sq mi density
$80,417 Median Income $54,250 per capita
$140,000 Home Value $176,565 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$80,417 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$140,000 home value
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,417
7% higher than US avg
Home Value $140,000
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.4%
8% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population155
Median Age61.4 yrs
Density620/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A+
Median Income$80,417
Per Capita$54,250
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,248M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$140,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$176,565

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.9%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain28.7 in/yr
Elevation1,622 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.4%
High School+97.7%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute23 min
Broadband95.0%
Libraries1

Is Waco a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Waco receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Waco stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Waco is $80,417, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Waco is $140,000, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Waco 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 28.7 inches, including 21.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Waco has a population of 155 with a density of 620 people per square mile. The median age is 61.4 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.1%).

Population

155
Total Population
620
People / sq mi
61.4yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Waco vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.7%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.3%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Waco vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Waco is $80,417, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Waco vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,417
7% above US avg
Per Capita Income$54,250
Avg Weekly Wage$1,033
IRS Avg AGI$81,151

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)646
County GDP$1,248M

Business (County)

Restaurants46
Healthcare51
Retail70
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,856
39% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.5 min
Work from Home7.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Waco is $140,000, 50% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $176,565.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,000
50% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$176,565

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-Occupied98.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,856
39% above US avg
Effective Rate3.47%
In Waco, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.9% report depression. 25.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma8.9%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.2%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression16.9%
Mental Distress14.6%
Physical Distress11.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.4%
Checkup Rate70.8%
Premature Death7,472/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access69.8%
Healthcare Facilities51

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Waco 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 28.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.7 inches
25% below US avg
Snowfall21.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,622 ft (494 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density620/sq mi
Coordinates40.8970°N, 97.4617°W
County FIPS31185
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 36.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.3-point margin. 95.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.9%
D 23.6%

Winner: Republican by 51.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.4%
8% above US avg
High School+97.7%
School Test Score5.81
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density620/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities51
Restaurants46
Retail Stores70

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.5 min
Work from Home7.4%

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