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Wausa, NE
Full City Profile · Nebraska · Pierce County County
Wausa, NE
At a Glance
How Wausa Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Wausa's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Wausa a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Wausa residents earn a median household income of $68,125 , which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,239. The unemployment rate stands at 3.4% (6% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 244 business establishments, including 14 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Wausa is $79,400 , 72% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $184,906. Median rent is $820/month, with 33.3% 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
Wausa reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 248/100K.
Education
22.5% of adults in Wausa hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below the national average). 91.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Wausa has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 291 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 27.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.