Wilcox, NE

Nebraska

Wilcox is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 331. Residents earn $75,357 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
331 Population 662/sq mi density
$75,357 Median Income $31,991 per capita
$111,100 Home Value $242,778 Zillow
$766 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$75,357 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$111,100 home value, $766/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,357
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $111,100
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Median Rent $766
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population331
Median Age47.1 yrs
Density662/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A+
Median Income$75,357
Per Capita$31,991
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,031M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$111,100
Rent$766
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$242,778

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.5%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain25.4 in/yr
Elevation2,234 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+95.5%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute26 min
Libraries1

Is Wilcox a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wilcox receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Wilcox stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wilcox is $75,357, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wilcox is $111,100, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $766 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Wilcox experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.4 inches, including 23.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Wilcox has a population of 331 with a density of 662 people per square mile. The median age is 47.1 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.6%), with 3% Hispanic.

Population

331
Total Population
662
People / sq mi
47.1yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Wilcox vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wilcox vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wilcox is $75,357, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Wilcox vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,357
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,991
Avg Weekly Wage$1,110
IRS Avg AGI$83,764

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)421
County GDP$1,031M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare31
Retail48
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,685
34% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.1 min
Work from Home1.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Wilcox is $111,100, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $766 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $242,778.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$111,100
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$242,778

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$766
34% 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-Occupied62.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,685
34% above US avg
Effective Rate4.22%
In Wilcox, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.5% report depression. 22.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.0%
18% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure27.9%
Asthma8.9%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.8%
Physical Inactivity22.3%
Depression17.5%
Mental Distress13.8%
Physical Distress10.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.7%
Checkup Rate73.3%
Premature Death6,340/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access75.0%
Healthcare Facilities31

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Wilcox has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.4 inches
33% below US avg
Snowfall23.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,234 ft (681 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density662/sq mi
Coordinates40.3644°N, 99.1693°W
County FIPS31137
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.8%
D 15.3%

Winner: Republican by 68.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.0%
35% below US avg
High School+95.5%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density662/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities31
Restaurants25
Retail Stores48

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.1 min
Work from Home1.9%

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