Wolbach, NE

Nebraska

Wolbach is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 274. Residents earn $48,438 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
274 Population 397/sq mi density
$48,438 Median Income $28,872 per capita
$56,400 Home Value $191,514 Zillow
$533 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$48,438 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$56,400 home value, $533/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,438
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $56,400
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.4%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $533
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.8%
11% higher than US avg

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

People

Population274
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density397/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$48,438
Per Capita$28,872
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty13.8%
County GDP$192M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$56,400
Rent$533
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$191,514

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.1%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain27.3 in/yr
Elevation1,949 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.4%
High School+91.2%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute26 min
Libraries2

Is Wolbach a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wolbach is $48,438, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. 13.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wolbach is $56,400, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $533 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Wolbach experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.3 inches, including 22.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Wolbach has a population of 274 with a density of 397 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.8%).

Population

274
Total Population
397
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Wolbach vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.4%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.6%
58% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wolbach vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wolbach is $48,438, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Wolbach vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,438
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,872
Avg Weekly Wage$829
IRS Avg AGI$52,773

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.8%
11% above US avg
Establishments (County)121
County GDP$192M

Business (County)

Restaurants4
Healthcare3
Retail15
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.0 min
Work from Home1.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Wolbach is $56,400, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $533 (54% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $191,514.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$56,400
80% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$191,514

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$533
54% 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-Occupied76.3%

Property Tax

In Wolbach, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.1% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.0%
9% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma9.2%
COPD6.1%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.7%
Physical Inactivity25.8%
Depression18.1%
Mental Distress15.5%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.2%
Checkup Rate71.3%
Premature Death6,009/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Healthcare Facilities3

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Wolbach has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.3 inches
28% below US avg
Snowfall22.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,949 ft (594 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density397/sq mi
Coordinates41.4017°N, 98.3902°W
County FIPS31077
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 67.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.4%
D 15.6%

Winner: Republican by 67.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.4%
54% below US avg
High School+91.2%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density397/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants4
Retail Stores15

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.0 min
Work from Home1.6%

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