Weston, NE

Nebraska · Metropolitan Area

Weston is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 287. Residents earn $64,375 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
287 Population 1,305/sq mi density
$64,375 Median Income $30,784 per capita
$166,700 Home Value $328,060 Zillow
$1,042 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$64,375 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$166,700 home value, $1,042/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,375
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $166,700
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.6%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,042
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.3%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population287
Median Age54.1 yrs
Density1,305/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

A
Median Income$64,375
Per Capita$30,784
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$1,090M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$166,700
Rent$1,042
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$328,060

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.7%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain31.6 in/yr
Elevation1,251 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.6%
High School+95.4%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute24 min
Libraries6

Is Weston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Weston receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Weston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Weston is $64,375, 14% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Weston is $166,700, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,042 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Weston 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 31.6 inches, including 34.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Weston has a population of 287 with a density of 1,305 people per square mile. The median age is 54.1 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.3%).

Population

287
Total Population
1,305
People / sq mi
54.1yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Weston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Weston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Weston is $64,375, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Weston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,375
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,784
Avg Weekly Wage$960
IRS Avg AGI$104,730

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)656
County GDP$1,090M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare33
Retail72
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,137
75% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.5 min
Work from Home6.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Weston is $166,700, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,042 (10% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $328,060.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$166,700
41% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$328,060

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,042
10% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,137
75% above US avg
Effective Rate3.68%
In Weston, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.7% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma9.7%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.1%
Physical Inactivity23.1%
Depression18.7%
Mental Distress15.3%
Physical Distress10.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.7%
Checkup Rate73.4%
Premature Death6,667/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access61.5%
Healthcare Facilities33

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Weston 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 31.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.6 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall34.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,251 ft (381 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,305/sq mi
Coordinates41.1931°N, 96.7420°W
County FIPS31155
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.6%
D 26.2%

Winner: Republican by 46.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.6%
72% below US avg
High School+95.4%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,305/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants41
Retail Stores72

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.5 min
Work from Home6.0%

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