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Wood Lake, NE

Nebraska

Wood Lake is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 18.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
18 Population 56/sq mi density
$61,700 Home Value
50°F Avg Temperature 291 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $61,700
78% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population18
Median Age74.7 yrs
Density56/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans18.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$25,367
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$266M
Commute24 min

Housing

Home Value$61,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units26
Rent Burden27.8%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI32 (Good)
Rain23.8 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation2,688 ft (819 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.9%
High School+83.3%
Graduate+8.7%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 12%
Commute24 min
Broadband11.0%
Libraries1

Is Wood Lake a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% 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 Wood Lake is $61,700, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 83.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Wood Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 291 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.8 inches, including 35.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Wood Lake has a population of 18 with a density of 56 people per square mile. The median age is 74.7 years, 92% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.9%), with 11.1% Hispanic.

Population

18
Total Population
56
People / sq mi
74.7yrs
Median Age
92% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Wood Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Wood Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wood Lake is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Wood Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$25,367
Avg Weekly Wage$894
IRS Avg AGI$57,007

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)166
County GDP$266M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare14
Retail27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,850
19% below US avg
Cost of Living90.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.6 min
Drive Alone50.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Wood Lake is $61,700, 78% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$61,700
78% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.6%
Housing Units26
Median Year Built1950

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,850
19% below US avg
Effective Rate4.62%
Wood Lake has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.8 inches. The area enjoys 291 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.2°F
7% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.8 inches
37% below US avg
Snowfall35.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,688 ft (819 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density56/sq mi
Coordinates42.6383°N, 100.2371°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS31017
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 38.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 74.7-point margin. 11.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87%
D 12.2%

Winner: Republican by 74.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.9%
15% above US avg
High School+83.3%
Graduate Degree+8.7%
School Test Score5.81
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density56/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access11.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities14
Restaurants9
Retail Stores27

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.6 min
Drive Alone50.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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