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Wauneta, NE
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Wauneta, NE
At a Glance
How Wauneta Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Wauneta's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Wauneta a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Wauneta residents earn a median household income of $46,518 , which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,938. The unemployment rate stands at 2.2% (39% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 224 business establishments, including 15 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Wauneta is $86,300 , 69% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $139,374. Median rent is $642/month, with 22.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Wauneta reports 382 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 0% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 382/100K.
Education
19.0% of adults in Wauneta hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below the national average). 96.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Wauneta has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 308 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 20.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.