Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 60.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.18 |
| Below Poverty | 4.8% ▼ 53% below avg |
| College Grads | 38.0% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 2.0% ▼ 59% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 170 (34%) |
| Some College | 68 (13.6%) |
| Associates | 70 (14%) |
| Bachelors | 44 (8.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 146 (29.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $64,816 ▼ 15% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $136,666 ▼ 51% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $512/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 490 |
| Vacant Units | 208 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Wheeler County is located in Nebraska and encompasses 2 ZIP codes spanning 2 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 610 residents. With a median age of 59.96, it is an older county.
Wheeler County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $64,815 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 2.0%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 4.8% is well below the national average.
Housing in Wheeler County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $136,666 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $511. Homeownership rates are high at 78.9%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Wheeler County are primarily White (95.9%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 38.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Wheeler County, NE is a solidly middle-class area in Nebraska. The 2 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.