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Wood River, NE
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Population: 1,442
Home Price: $96,100
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Overview
Wood River is a small town in the state of Nebraska with a population of 1,442. Wood River has a four seasons climate. The presence of parks and green space will enable you to spend time in the outdoors
Quality of Life Summary
Area Size:
Small Town
Living Costs:
Medium Cost
Employment:
(D) Fair
Cultural Diversity:
(B) Good
Residents:
Families
School Rating:
(B) Good
Safety Rating:
NA
Public Transport:
(D) Fair
Average Commute:
24.6 minutes
Walkability:
(A) Excellent
Climate:
Four Seasons
Shopping Mall:
-
Near Beach or Lake:
-
Near Mountains:
-
Near Parks & Green Space:
Yes
Social and Economic Statistics of Wood River, NE
Job Market
Diversity
Housing
Education
Schools
Crime & Safety
Employment and Income
Wood River
Nebraska
United States
Per Capita Income
$25,273
$29,832
$32,693
Median Household Income
$62,500
$57,886
$65,483
Unemployment Rate
5.6%
3.1%
5.7%
Poverty Rate
10.5%
7.0%
10.5%
Age
Wood River
Nebraska
United States
Median Age
36.1
43.6
42.3
Gender
Wood River
Nebraska
United States
Male
52.5%
51.3%
49.8%
Female
47.5%
48.7%
50.2%
Race
Wood River
Nebraska
United States
White
77.2%
92.3%
80.3%
Black or African American
0.0%
0.6%
7.0%
American Indian and Alaska Native
2.3%
1.7%
2.7%
Asian
0.0%
0.3%
1.9%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
0.0%
0.1%
0.2%
Other Race
16.0%
1.6%
2.7%
Multiracial
4.6%
3.3%
5.2%
Housing Information
Wood River
Nebraska
United States
Median Home Price
$96,100
$97,806
$208,542
Median Monthly Rent
$533
$515
$801
Family Households
54.2%
54.2%
48.6%
Nonfamily Households
15.0%
15.0%
26.2%
Homeowners
76.6%
79.6%
72.9%
Renters
23.4%
20.4%
27.1%
Education
Wood River
Nebraska
United States
High School Graduate or Equivalent
7.7%
5.6%
7.5%
Some College, no Degree
35.1%
35.1%
34.0%
Associate's Degree
25.7%
23.7%
21.2%
Bachelor's Degree
7.8%
13.2%
9.3%
Graduate or Professional Degree
13.1%
12.9%
15.0%
Proficiency
Wood River
Nebraska
United States
Mathematics
59.5%
54.3%
46.8%
Reading/Language Arts
56.2%
53.1%
50.7%
Annual Violent and Property Crimes per 100,000 People
Violent Crime
Wood River
Nebraska
United States
Murder
NA
2.1
3.0
Rape
NA
55.2
38.0
Robbery
NA
10.6
40.7
Assault
NA
114.7
188.5
Property Crime
Wood River
Nebraska
United States
Burglary
NA
175.1
336.1
Theft
NA
1152.0
1913.7
Vehicle Theft
NA
119.1
167.1
Arson
NA
9.8
10.5
Culture and Lifestyle in and Around Wood River, NE
Food
Sports
Arts
Hobbies
Entertainment
Recreation
Shopping
beer
takeawa
caf
snacks
sauerkraut
delicious
cooking
wine
homemade
mexican
sandwich
drinks
kfc
brunch
sandwiches
nutrition
cafe
italian
tacos
chef
high school football
husker football
husker volleyball
basketball
football
volleyball
huskers gbr
little league
wrestling
hs football
college basketball
college football
flag football
fantasy football
teams
youth sports
golf
soccer
racing
baseball
nature
exhibition
performing arts
fine arts
studio
vendor fair
landscapes
mural
collection
studios
painting
library
creative
sports cards
baseball cards
books
takeawa
fulltime
kayaking
hunting
memorabilia
gardening
junk
adventures
sports
music videos
performing arts
tv
arts
television
studio
journalism
hip hop
ent
studios
advertising
podcasts
commentary
outdoor
creative
warm weather
conservation
summer
sports
nature
winter
macroinvertebrates
wildlife
arts
usherjobs
explorit
space
visitors
hiking trails
lodging
landscapes
kayaking
hunting
mountain
gardening
black friday
retail
sams club
apparel
fancloth
grocery store
clothing
christmas gifts
holiday shopping
ebay
auction bidding
garage sale
auctions
gift shop
bulk
pickup
deals
coupons
amazon
goodies
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