Winnebago, NE

Nebraska

Winnebago is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 852. Residents earn $39,044 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
852 Population 2,663/sq mi density
$39,044 Median Income $16,652 per capita
$60,400 Home Value
$572 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$39,044 median income, 6.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$60,400 home value, $572/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,044
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $60,400
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.9%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $572
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 48.4%
51% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.0%
67% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.7%
107% higher than US avg

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

People

Population852
Median Age25.4 yrs
Density2,663/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 3%

Economy

C
Median Income$39,044
Per Capita$16,652
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty25.7%
County GDP$605M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$60,400
Rent$572
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity48.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.8%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain29.8 in/yr
Elevation1,224 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.9%
High School+88.8%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 46%
Commute19 min
Libraries2

Is Winnebago a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Winnebago receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Winnebago offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Winnebago is $39,044, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 25.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Winnebago is $60,400, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $572 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

15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Winnebago experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.8 inches, including 32.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Winnebago has a population of 852 with a density of 2,663 people per square mile. The median age is 25.4 years, 35% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (89.7%), with 3.2% White, 3.3% Asian.

Population

852
Total Population
2,663
People / sq mi
25.4yrs
Median Age
35% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.7%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Winnebago vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.2%
17% above US avg
Spanish7.8%
42% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Winnebago vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Winnebago is $39,044, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 25.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Winnebago vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,044
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,652
Avg Weekly Wage$1,106
IRS Avg AGI$58,733

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
67% above US avg
Poverty Rate25.7%
107% above US avg
Establishments (County)164
County GDP$605M

Business (County)

Restaurants4
Healthcare11
Retail17
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,840
10% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.7 min
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Winnebago is $60,400, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $572 (51% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$60,400
79% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$572
51% 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-Occupied30.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,840
10% above US avg
Effective Rate6.36%
In Winnebago, 48.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.8% report depression. 32.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity48.4%
51% above US avg
Diabetes15.5%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure36.4%
Asthma12.7%
COPD7.4%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity32.0%
Depression17.8%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress16.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate68.8%
Checkup Rate75.3%
Premature Death27,026/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access40.3%
Healthcare Facilities11

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Winnebago has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.0°F
9% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.8 inches
22% below US avg
Snowfall32.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,224 ft (373 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density2,663/sq mi
Coordinates42.2384°N, 96.4715°W
County FIPS31173
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 6.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53%
D 46.1%

Winner: Republican by 6.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.9%
53% below US avg
High School+88.8%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density2,663/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants4
Retail Stores17

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.7 min
Work from Home6.1%

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