Dorchester, Nebraska
Quick Statistics
Dorchester is a community in Saline County, Nebraska, home to about 550 people spread across 0.5 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $45,571 a year, and a typical home is worth about $163,200. About 35.4% of adults hold a college degree, and 88.2% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has shrunk about 6 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Nebraska towns GeoStat tracks, Dorchester ranks number 202 of 583 in population, number 156 in median household income, number 145 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Dorchester typically top out near 84°F in July, while January nights average about 13°F. The area sees roughly 24 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Crete, NE | 8.7 mi. | 7,527 |
| 2. | Friend, NE | 8.8 mi. | 1,155 |
| 3. | Milford, NE | 9.2 mi. | 2,565 |
| 4. | Beaver Crossing, NE | 12.5 mi. | 357 |
| 5. | Cordova, NE | 13.2 mi. | 131 |
| 6. | Pleasant Dale, NE | 13.8 mi. | 244 |
| 7. | Goehner, NE | 13.9 mi. | 309 |
| 8. | Wilber, NE | 14.0 mi. | 1,936 |
What is the population of Dorchester, Nebraska?
Dorchester has a population of about 550 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Dorchester, Nebraska in?
Dorchester is located in Saline County, Nebraska.
What is the median home value in Dorchester, Nebraska?
The median home value in Dorchester is about $163,200, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Dorchester, Nebraska?
The median personal income in Dorchester is about $45,571 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Dorchester, Nebraska?
Since 1950, 31 tornadoes have been recorded in Saline County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Dorchester, Nebraska?
Typical July highs run about 84 degrees and January lows about 13 degrees, with around 24 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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