Burwell, Nebraska
Quick Statistics
Burwell is a community in Garfield County, Nebraska, home to about 848 people spread across 1.0 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $26,786 a year, and a typical home is worth about $164,400. About 30.8% of adults hold a college degree, and 92.5% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has shrunk about 30 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Nebraska towns GeoStat tracks, Burwell ranks number 143 of 583 in population, number 420 in median household income, number 141 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Burwell typically top out near 86°F in July, while January nights average about 11°F. The area sees roughly 29 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Elyria, NE | 9.6 mi. | 43 |
| 2. | Taylor, NE | 12.8 mi. | 142 |
| 3. | Sargent, NE | 15.5 mi. | 534 |
| 4. | Comstock, NE | 16.4 mi. | 80 |
| 5. | Ord, NE | 16.5 mi. | 2,100 |
| 6. | Ericson, NE | 23.5 mi. | 157 |
| 7. | Arcadia, NE | 24.5 mi. | 308 |
| 8. | North Loup, NE | 27.1 mi. | 238 |
What is the population of Burwell, Nebraska?
Burwell has a population of about 848 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Burwell, Nebraska in?
Burwell is located in Garfield County, Nebraska.
What is the median home value in Burwell, Nebraska?
The median home value in Burwell is about $164,400, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Burwell, Nebraska?
The median personal income in Burwell is about $26,786 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Burwell, Nebraska?
Since 1950, 17 tornadoes have been recorded in Garfield County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Burwell, Nebraska?
Typical July highs run about 86 degrees and January lows about 11 degrees, with around 29 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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