Westerville, NE
Nebraska · Custer County
Westerville is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 17.
Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated August 2026
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How Westerville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Housing
Health
Climate
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Is Westerville a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Westerville receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Westerville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Climate & Weather
Westerville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.9 inches, including 25.9 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Westerville vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Westerville vs U.S. Average
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Zillow ZHVI | $93,612 |
Rental Costs
| Rent Burden | 25.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 100.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 100.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 0.0% |
| Housing Units | 9 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,290 |
| 6% below US avg |
Health Metrics: Westerville vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.4% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.0% |
| Asthma | 9.5% |
| COPD | 5.6% |
| Cancer | 7.4% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 14.1% |
| 1% above US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 22.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.0% |
| Depression | 18.3% |
| Mental Distress | 15.3% |
| Physical Distress | 10.9% |
| Short Sleep | 31.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| Uninsured | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:1,743 |
| Dentists | 1:2,095 |
| Mental Health | 1:814 |
| Checkup Rate | 73.0% |
| Dental Visits | 68.1% |
| Premature Death | 8,243/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 53.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 34 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.2°F |
| 7% below US avg | |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,326 ft (709 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 131/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.3962°N, 99.3818°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Custer County County |
| Nearest Airport | Kearney Regional (EAR) 50 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 28.0 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 17.0 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 19.3 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°F (-3°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 29°F (-2°C) | 0.5 in | |
| March | 40°F (4°C) | 1.2 in | |
| April | 49°F (9°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 4.0 in | Wettest |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 3.5 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 38°F (3°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 0.4 in |
Westerville has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 27°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.0") and January the driest (0.4").
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Republican by 72.3 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 0.0 / 4.0 |
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 100.0% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 0.0% |
| School Test Score | 6.26 |
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro / Rural |
| Population Density | 131/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.1 sq mi |
| County | Custer County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 0.0% |
| Avg Download Speed | 17.4 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 2.1 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 7 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 34 |
| Restaurants | 32 |
| Retail Stores | 70 |
Commute & Transportation
Healthcare
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $225 ($135-$360) |
| Specialist Visit | $315 ($180-$496) |
| Urgent Care Visit | $180 ($90-$315) |
| Emergency Room Visit | $1,982 ($721-$4,505) |
| Dental Cleaning | $117 ($68-$180) |
| Dental Filling | $225 ($135-$360) |
Auto Repair
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $41 ($23-$68) |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $68 ($45-$108) |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $270 ($135-$451) |
| Tire Rotation | $36 ($18-$68) |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $541 ($360-$901) |
| Battery Replacement | $180 ($90-$315) |
Home Services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $90 ($54-$135) |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $81 ($45-$126) |
| HVAC Repair | $360 ($135-$721) |
| HVAC System Install | $6,307 ($3,604-$10,812) |
| Roof Repair | $901 ($360-$1,802) |
| Roof Replacement | $8,109 ($4,956-$13,515) |
Legal
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,352 ($451-$3,154) |
| Divorce (Contested) | $13,515 ($4,505-$27,030) |
| DUI Defense | $4,505 ($1,802-$9,010) |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,352 ($721-$2,703) |
| Will Preparation | $451 ($180-$901) |
| Trust Preparation | $2,253 ($901-$4,505) |
Personal Care
| Men's Haircut | $23 ($14-$41) |
| Women's Haircut | $50 ($27-$90) |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $135 ($68-$225) |
| Manicure | $23 ($14-$41) |
| Pedicure | $36 ($23-$59) |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $72 ($45-$117) |
Food & Grocery
| Gallon of Milk (per gallon) | $3.69 ($2.70-$4.96) |
| Dozen Eggs (per dozen) | $3.15 ($2.25-$4.51) |
| Loaf of Bread | $3.42 ($2.25-$4.96) |
| Chicken Breast (per lb) | $4.05 ($2.70-$5.86) |
| Ground Beef (per lb) | $4.96 ($3.60-$6.76) |
| Rice (per lb) | $0.90 ($0.54-$1.62) |
Utilities
| Electricity (Monthly) | $126 ($72-$225) |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $63 ($27-$135) |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $63 ($36-$108) |
| Internet (Monthly) | $63 ($36-$90) |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $59 ($27-$90) |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $77 ($45-$135) |
Transportation
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $180 ($68-$451) |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $1,802 ($1,081-$3,154) |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $63 ($27-$117) |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $14 ($7.21-$23) |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $90 ($27-$225) |
| Driver's License Renewal | $27 ($14-$68) |
Education & Childcare
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,081 ($541-$2,253) |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $901 ($451-$1,802) |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $360 ($180-$631) |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $45 ($23-$90) |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $901 ($360-$2,253) |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $11,263 ($4,505-$27,030) |
Pets
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $54 ($27-$90) |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $90 ($45-$180) |
| Dog Grooming | $54 ($27-$90) |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $36 ($18-$68) |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $270 ($135-$451) |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $180 ($90-$360) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $811 |
| Toddler | $769 |
| Preschool | $704 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $465 |
| Toddler | $487 |
| Preschool | $498 |
Top Industries in Custer County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture & Forestry | 640 | 71 | $57,542 | 17.43 |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 543 | 44 | $46,874 | 0.83 |
| Retail Trade | 541 | 58 | $30,236 | 1.19 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 355 | 31 | $17,708 | 0.86 |
| Finance & Insurance | 186 | 35 | $69,839 | 1.01 |
| Wholesale Trade | 185 | 24 | $55,436 | 1.03 |
| Professional & Technical Services | 106 | 32 | $53,234 | 0.34 |
| Other Services | 81 | 24 | $45,867 | 0.59 |
| Information & Technology | 57 | 8 | $27,373 | 0.67 |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 56 | 15 | $63,419 | 0.29 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 22 | 6 | $9,696 | 0.29 |
| Real Estate | 16 | 8 | $50,242 | 0.23 |
| Utilities | 12 | 3 | $105,612 | 0.70 |
Radio Stations near Westerville
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Historical Trends - Westerville
Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).
Population
| Year | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 59 | $38,958 |
| 2015 | 17 | - |
| 2017 | 6 | - |
| 2021 | 18 | - |
| 2023 | 17 | - |
Museums in Westerville
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DOWSE HOMESTEAD | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 80560 OAK GROVE RD | 3082150365 |
Libraries in Westerville
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SARGENT TOWNSHIP LIBRARY | 504 MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 1,618 | |||
| ANSLEY TOWNSHIP LIBRARY | 619 MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 814 | |||
| COMSTOCK TOWNSHIP LIBRARY | 119 WEST MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 668 | |||
| SUNSHINE TOWNSHIP LIBRARY | 417 MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 260 | |||
| LITCHFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY | 102 WEST BUFORD STREET | 0.0 | 112 |
Farmers Markets in Westerville
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broken Bow Farmers Market | East Highway 2 | 06/01/2017 to 10/05/2017 | Thu: 11:00 AM-3:00 PM; |
Cell Towers in Westerville
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| .40 KM NORTHEAST OF | TOWER | 120 |
| NE 1/4, SEC. 27-T17N-R16W | TOWER | 94 |
| FROM JCT HWYS 2 & 70 .25 MI S | TOWER | 93 |
| (SARGENT) HC 72 BOX 12 | LTOWER | 93 |
Bridges in Westerville
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1959 | 112 | 1,205 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1959 | 74 | 1,205 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1991 | 25 | 1,110 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1992 | 42 | 775 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1961 | 20 | 775 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1966 | 22 | 640 | G | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1966 | 114 | 640 | G | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1966 | 86 | 640 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1966 | 22 | 640 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1966 | 38 | 640 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1966 | 33 | 640 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Concrete | 2006 | 91 | 65 | G | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1966 | 94 | 60 | F | |
| Girder/Floorbeam | Steel | 1930 | 40 | 50 | F | |
| Truss (Thru) | Steel | 1930 | 61 | 35 | P | |
| Girder/Floorbeam | Steel | 1935 | 52 | 30 | G | |
| Tee Beam | Prestressed concrete | 1976 | 98 | 30 | G | |
| Truss (Thru) | Steel | 1930 | 62 | 30 | F | |
| Girder/Floorbeam | Steel | 1935 | 41 | 25 | P | |
| Tee Beam | Prestressed concrete | 1985 | 51 | 25 | G | |
| Girder/Floorbeam | Steel | 1935 | 51 | 20 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1983 | 32 | 20 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Wood or Timber | 1920 | 51 | 20 | F | |
| Truss (Thru) | Steel | 1940 | 76 | 15 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1987 | 32 | 15 | G | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 2002 | 112 | 10 | F | |
| Culvert | Steel | 1975 | 22 | 10 | G | |
| Girder/Floorbeam | Steel | 1930 | 35 | 5 | P | |
| Truss (Thru) | Steel | 1930 | 51 | 5 | P | |
| Culvert | Steel | 1998 | 33 | 5 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Wood or Timber | 1930 | 61 | 5 | F |
Airports Near Westerville
23 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kearney Regional Airport | EAR | Medium Airport |
| Broken Bow Municipal Airport | BBW | Small Airport |
| Cozad Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cram Field | BUB | Small Airport |
| Evelyn Sharp Field | - | Small Airport |
| Fiese Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hyde Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jim Kelly Field | LXN | Small Airport |
| Johnson Lake Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Krause Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Loup City Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mc Ginn Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| McMillan Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mitchell Field | - | Small Airport |
| Neben Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Noble Field | - | Small Airport |
| Onion Crest Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Riverbend Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sargent Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wells Air Service Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Werner Ranch Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Witthuhn Airport | - | Small Airport |
| X1 Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Westerville
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Westerville Post Office |
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Historic Markers Near Westerville
1 historical markers from the Historical Marker Database (HMdb) found near Westerville.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| 1880 Westerville 1980 | Marker can be reached from Second Street, ¼ mile east of U.S. Highway 183 (Nebraska Highway 2), on the left when traveling east. |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Westerville
What is the population of Westerville?
Westerville has a population of 17 residents and is located in Nebraska. The population density is 131 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 square miles. The population is 47.1% female and 52.9% male.
Is Westerville expensive to live in?
Westerville is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.1 / below the baseline of 100.
What is the weather like in Westerville?
Westerville has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 22.9 inches, with 25.9 inches of snow.
How are the schools in Westerville?
Schools in Westerville score 6.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 0.0% of adults in Westerville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Westerville?
The obesity rate in Westerville is 39.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.1% of adults are smokers. 25.0% are physically inactive. 18.3% of residents report depression. 0.0% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 53.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,743.
What are the demographics of Westerville?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Westerville is 100% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 52.9% of the population are military veterans. 47.1% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.
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