Elwood, Nebraska
Quick Statistics
Elwood is a community in Gosper County, Nebraska, home to about 534 people spread across 0.6 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $32,125 a year, and a typical home is worth about $183,300. About 33.4% of adults hold a college degree, and 92.7% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has shrunk about 24 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Nebraska towns GeoStat tracks, Elwood ranks number 205 of 583 in population, number 243 in median household income, number 100 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Elwood typically top out near 86°F in July, while January nights average about 15°F. The area sees roughly 20 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Smithfield, NE | 6.5 mi. | 108 |
| 2. | Eustis, NE | 10.2 mi. | 431 |
| 3. | Bertrand, NE | 12.8 mi. | 718 |
| 4. | Lexington, NE | 14.3 mi. | 10,862 |
| 5. | Arapahoe, NE | 19.8 mi. | 993 |
| 6. | Cozad, NE | 19.8 mi. | 3,937 |
| 7. | Overton, NE | 19.9 mi. | 689 |
| 8. | Loomis, NE | 20.1 mi. | 375 |
What is the population of Elwood, Nebraska?
Elwood has a population of about 534 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Elwood, Nebraska in?
Elwood is located in Gosper County, Nebraska.
What is the median home value in Elwood, Nebraska?
The median home value in Elwood is about $183,300, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Elwood, Nebraska?
The median personal income in Elwood is about $32,125 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Elwood, Nebraska?
Since 1950, 19 tornadoes have been recorded in Gosper County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Elwood, Nebraska?
Typical July highs run about 86 degrees and January lows about 15 degrees, with around 20 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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