Wauneta, NE
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Wauneta Overview
546
TOTAL POPULATION
278
MALE POPULATION
268
FEMALE POPULATION
103.73
MALES / 100 FEMALES
96.40
FEMALES / 100 MALES
54.2
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$25,654
PER CAPITA INCOME
$62,813
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$47,917
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
23.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
76.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
210
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
47.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
7.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Wauneta Zip Codes
Wauneta Area Codes
Race in Wauneta
The most populous races in Wauneta are White / Caucasian (523 | 95.8%), Two or more Races (21 | 3.8%), and Hispanic or Latino (5 | 0.9%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 0 | 0.0% |
| Black / African American | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 5 | 0.9% |
| Native / Alaskan | 0 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 523 | 95.8% |
| Two or more Races | 21 | 3.8% |
| Some other Race | 2 | 0.4% |
| Total | 546 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Wauneta
The most populous ancestries reported in Wauneta are German (141 | 25.8%), English (74 | 13.6%), Irish (64 | 11.7%), American (33 | 6.0%), and French (28 | 5.1%), together accounting for 62.3% of all Wauneta residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 33 | 6.0% |
| Czech | 6 | 1.1% |
| Danish | 2 | 0.4% |
| Dutch | 17 | 3.1% |
| English | 74 | 13.6% |
| French | 28 | 5.1% |
| French Canadian | 2 | 0.4% |
| German | 141 | 25.8% |
| Hungarian | 2 | 0.4% |
| Irish | 64 | 11.7% |
| Italian | 20 | 3.7% |
| Mexican | 5 | 0.9% |
| Norwegian | 14 | 2.6% |
| Polish | 4 | 0.7% |
| Russian | 1 | 0.2% |
| Scottish | 23 | 4.2% |
| Slavic | 2 | 0.4% |
| Swedish | 18 | 3.3% |
| Swiss | 1 | 0.2% |
| Welsh | 1 | 0.2% | View All 20 Rows |
Immigrants in Wauneta
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Wauneta came from Central America (2 | 0.4%), Latin America (2 | 0.4%), and Mexico (2 | 0.4%), together accounting for 1.1% of all Wauneta residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Central America | 2 | 0.4% |
| Latin America | 2 | 0.4% |
| Mexico | 2 | 0.4% | View All 3 Rows |
Sex and Age in Wauneta
Sex and Age in Wauneta
The most populous age groups in Wauneta are 65 to 69 Years (59 | 21.2%) for men and 70 to 74 Years (39 | 14.5%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 10 (3.6%) | 11 (4.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 25 (9.0%) | 13 (4.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 7 (2.5%) | 29 (10.8%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 12 (4.3%) | 9 (3.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 12 (4.3%) | 2 (0.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 9 (3.2%) | 5 (1.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 20 (7.2%) | 23 (8.6%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 9 (3.2%) | 11 (4.1%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 18 (6.5%) | 15 (5.6%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 14 (5.0%) | 6 (2.2%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 5 (1.8%) | 22 (8.2%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 8 (2.9%) | 14 (5.2%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 8 (2.9%) | 12 (4.5%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 59 (21.2%) | 7 (2.6%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 16 (5.8%) | 39 (14.5%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 31 (11.2%) | 27 (10.1%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 3 (1.1%) | 4 (1.5%) |
| 85 Years and over | 12 (4.3%) | 19 (7.1%) |
| Total | 278 (100.0%) | 268 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Wauneta
Median Family Size in Wauneta
The median family size in Wauneta is 2.82 persons per family, with married-couple families (140 | 92.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.84 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (8 | 5.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.63 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 140 (92.7%) | 2.84 |
| Single Male/Father | 3 (2.0%) | 2.67 |
| Single Female/Mother | 8 (5.3%) | 2.63 |
| Total Families | 151 (100.0%) | 2.82 |
Median Household Size in Wauneta
The median household size in Wauneta is 2.17 persons per household, with single male/father households (3 | 1.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.33 persons per household. non-family households (92 | 37.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.05 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 140 (57.6%) | 2.84 |
| Single Male/Father | 3 (1.2%) | 4.33 |
| Single Female/Mother | 8 (3.3%) | 2.63 |
| Non-family | 92 (37.9%) | 1.05 |
| Total Households | 243 (100.0%) | 2.17 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Wauneta
Out of a total of 243 households in Wauneta, 151 (62.1%) are family households, while 92 (37.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 106, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 88.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 88 (36.2%) |
| 2-Person Households | 106 (43.6%) | 4 (1.7%) |
| 3-Person Households | 15 (6.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 10 (4.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 15 (6.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 5 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 151 (62.1%) | 92 (37.9%) |
Female Fertility in Wauneta
Fertility by Age in Wauneta
Average fertility rate in Wauneta is 68.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 167.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 5 (100.0%) | 167.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 5 (100.0%) | 68.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Wauneta
40.0% of women with births (5) in Wauneta are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 60.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 60.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 2 (40.0%) | 3 (60.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2 (40.0%) | 3 (60.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Wauneta
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 5 (100.0%) | 185.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 5 (100.0%) | 68.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Wauneta
60.0% of women with births in Wauneta are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 40.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 60.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 2 (40.0%) | 3 (60.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2 (40.0%) | 3 (60.0%) |
Income in Wauneta
Income Overview in Wauneta
Per Capita Income in Wauneta is $25,654, while median incomes of families and households are $62,813 and $47,917 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 546 | $25,654 |
| Median Family Income | 151 | $62,813 |
| Mean Family Income | 151 | $71,270 |
| Median Household Income | 243 | $47,917 |
| Mean Household Income | 243 | $55,437 |
| Income Deficit | 151 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 546 | 23.44% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 546 | 76.56¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 546 | 0.40 |
Earnings by Sex in Wauneta
Average Earnings in Wauneta are $34,196, $40,000 for men and $30,625 for women, a difference of 23.4%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 116 (52.5%) | $40,000 |
| Female | 105 (47.5%) | $30,625 |
| Total | 221 (100.0%) | $34,196 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Wauneta
The most common earnings brackets in Wauneta are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (24 | 20.7%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (16 | 15.2%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 9 (7.8%) | 9 (8.6%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 10 (8.6%) | 9 (8.6%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 2 (1.7%) | 7 (6.7%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 3 (2.6%) | 4 (3.8%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 2 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 2 (1.7%) | 5 (4.8%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 2 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 7 (6.0%) | 3 (2.9%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 1 (0.9%) | 5 (4.8%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 1 (0.9%) | 9 (8.6%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 5 (4.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 4 (3.5%) | 16 (15.2%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 10 (8.6%) | 7 (6.7%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 11 (9.5%) | 14 (13.3%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 5 (4.3%) | 4 (3.8%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 8 (6.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 24 (20.7%) | 6 (5.7%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (2.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 4 (3.5%) | 4 (3.8%) |
| $100,000+ | 6 (5.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 116 (100.0%) | 105 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Wauneta
Average earnings in Wauneta are $37,083 for men and $31,875 for women, a difference of 14.0%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $43,750, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $36,250. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $41,250, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $24,375.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | - | - |
| High School Diploma | $36,250 | $24,375 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $37,500 | $33,000 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $43,750 | $41,250 |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $37,083 | $31,875 |
Family Income in Wauneta
Family Income Brackets in Wauneta
According to the Wauneta family income data, there are 38 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 25.2% of all families.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 21 | 13.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 16 | 10.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 20 | 13.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 38 | 25.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 29 | 19.2% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 18 | 11.9% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 7 | 4.6% |
| $200,000+ | 2 | 1.3% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Wauneta
5-person families (15 | 9.9%) account for the highest median family income in Wauneta with $91,250 per family, while 2-person families (107 | 70.9%) have the highest median income of $30,208 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 107 (70.9%) | $60,417 |
| 3-Person Families | 16 (10.6%) | $63,333 |
| 4-Person Families | 8 (5.3%) | $69,167 |
| 5-Person Families | 15 (9.9%) | $91,250 |
| 6-Person Families | 5 (3.3%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| Total | 151 (100.0%) | $62,813 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Wauneta
The median family income in Wauneta is $62,813, with families comprising 2 earners (61) having the highest median family income of $90,625, while families with no earners (58) have the lowest median family income of $36,071, accounting for 40.4% and 38.4% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 58 (38.4%) | $36,071 |
| 1 Earner | 22 (14.6%) | $58,125 |
| 2 Earners | 61 (40.4%) | $90,625 |
| 3+ Earners | 10 (6.6%) | $71,250 |
| Total | 151 (100.0%) | $62,813 |
Household Income in Wauneta
Household Income Brackets in Wauneta
With 63 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Wauneta, accounting for 25.9% of all households. In contrast, only 2 households (0.8%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 22 | 9.1% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 10 | 4.1% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 29 | 11.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 25 | 10.3% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 38 | 15.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 63 | 25.9% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 29 | 11.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 18 | 7.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 7 | 2.9% |
| $200,000+ | 2 | 0.8% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Wauneta
The median household income in Wauneta is $47,917, with the highest median household income of $57,188 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 49 households (20.2%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 12 households (4.9%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 12 (4.9%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 64 (26.3%) | $41,250 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 49 (20.2%) | $57,188 |
| 65+ Years | 118 (48.6%) | $40,227 |
| Total | 243 (100.0%) | $47,917 |
Poverty in Wauneta
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Wauneta
With 13.6% poverty level for males and 13.3% for females among the residents of Wauneta, 15 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 3 males (60.0%) and 9 females (45.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 3 (13.0%) | 3 (13.6%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (45.0%) |
| 15 Years | 3 (60.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 2 (50.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 3 (10.3%) | 5 (17.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 14 (51.8%) | 11 (42.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 3 (15.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (11.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 7 (9.3%) | 1 (2.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 2 (4.9%) | 2 (5.3%) |
| Total | 37 (13.6%) | 34 (13.3%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Wauneta
According to the poverty statistics in Wauneta, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 10 (100.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
| 5 Years | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 20 (87.0%) | 19 (86.4%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 4 (100.0%) | 11 (55.0%) |
| 15 Years | 2 (40.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 2 (50.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 15 (100.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 26 (89.7%) | 23 (82.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 13 (48.1%) | 15 (57.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 16 (84.2%) | 28 (100.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 16 (100.0%) | 23 (88.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 68 (90.7%) | 44 (97.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 39 (95.1%) | 36 (94.7%) |
| Total | 236 (86.5%) | 221 (86.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Wauneta
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Wauneta show that 3.6% or 5 of the total 140 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 27.8%, comprising of 5 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 103 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 19 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 13 (72.2%) | 5 (27.8%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 135 (96.4%) | 5 (3.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Wauneta
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Wauneta
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 5 (27.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5 (3.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Employment Characteristics in Wauneta
Employment by Class of Employer in Wauneta
Among the 193 employed individuals in Wauneta, private company employees (124 | 64.2%), local government employees (23 | 11.9%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (16 | 8.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 124 | 64.2% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 15 | 7.8% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 16 | 8.3% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 12 | 6.2% |
| Local Government Employees | 23 | 11.9% |
| State Government Employees | 3 | 1.5% |
| Federal Government Employees | 0 | 0.0% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 193 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Wauneta
According to the labor force statistics for Wauneta, out of the total population over 16 years of age (446), 47.1% or 210 individuals are in the labor force, with 7.1% or 15 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 100.0% or 14 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 35 to 44 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 22.6% or 12 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 6 (37.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 14 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 12 (85.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 43 (100.0%) | 3 (7.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 53 (100.0%) | 12 (22.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 33 (70.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 13 (59.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 16 (80.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 12 (9.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 8 (8.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 210 (47.1%) | 15 (7.1%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Wauneta
According to labor force statistics for Wauneta, 85.4% of individuals (170) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (199) are in the labor force, with 8.8% or 15 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 94.2% or 65 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 19.4% or 12 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 62 (79.5%) | 15 (19.4%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 65 (94.2%) | 3 (4.6%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 43 (84.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 170 (85.4%) | 18 (8.8%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Wauneta
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Wauneta are Management (21 | 10.8%), Community & Social Service (19 | 9.7%), Education Instruction & Library (18 | 9.2%), Business & Financial (10 | 5.1%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (5 | 2.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Wauneta, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), and Community & Social Service (89.5%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 14 (66.7%) | 7 (33.3%) |
| Business & Financial | 3 (30.0%) | 7 (70.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 2 (10.5%) | 17 (89.5%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (100.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 2 (11.1%) | 16 (88.9%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 22 (37.9%) | 36 (62.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 92 (47.2%) | 103 (52.8%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Wauneta are Healthcare Support (16 | 8.2%), Food Preparation & Serving (9 | 4.6%), and Personal Care & Service (6 | 3.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (100.0%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 0 (0.0%) | 31 (100.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 92 (47.2%) | 103 (52.8%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Wauneta are Sales & Related (29 | 14.9%), and Office & Administration (24 | 12.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 23 (79.3%) | 6 (20.7%) |
| Office & Administration | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 23 (43.4%) | 30 (56.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 92 (47.2%) | 103 (52.8%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Wauneta are Construction & Extraction (17 | 8.7%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (10 | 5.1%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (5 | 2.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 17 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 32 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 92 (47.2%) | 103 (52.8%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Wauneta are Material Moving (11 | 5.6%), Transportation (7 | 3.6%), and Production (3 | 1.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Transportation | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Material Moving | 5 (45.5%) | 6 (54.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 15 (71.4%) | 6 (28.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 92 (47.2%) | 103 (52.8%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Wauneta
Employment Industries in Wauneta
The major employment industries in Wauneta include Retail Trade (46 | 23.6%), Health Care & Social Assistance (31 | 15.9%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (29 | 14.9%), Construction (19 | 9.7%), and Wholesale Trade (18 | 9.2%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Wauneta
The Wauneta industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Public Administration (100.0%), and Wholesale Trade (88.9%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Professional & Scientific (100.0%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 20 (69.0%) | 9 (31.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 19 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 2 (40.0%) | 3 (60.0%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 16 (88.9%) | 2 (11.1%) |
| Retail Trade | 25 (54.3%) | 21 (45.7%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Utilities | 1 (33.3%) | 2 (66.7%) |
| Information | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 2 (25.0%) | 6 (75.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (100.0%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Educational Services | 3 (23.1%) | 10 (76.9%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 1 (3.2%) | 30 (96.8%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (100.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (100.0%) |
| Public Administration | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 92 (47.2%) | 103 (52.8%) |
Education in Wauneta
School Enrollment in Wauneta
The most common levels of schooling among the 100 students in Wauneta are elementary school (31 | 31.0%), middle school (29 | 29.0%), and high school (21 | 21.0%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 3 | 3.0% |
| Kindergarten | 11 | 11.0% |
| Elementary School | 31 | 31.0% |
| Middle School | 29 | 29.0% |
| High School | 21 | 21.0% |
| College / Undergraduate | 3 | 3.0% |
| Graduate / Professional | 2 | 2.0% |
| Total | 100 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Wauneta
Out of a total of 100 students who are enrolled in schools in Wauneta, 18 (18.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 82 (82.0%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 3 (50.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 3 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 29 (76.3%) | 9 (23.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 30 (83.3%) | 6 (16.7%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 15 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 3 (50.0%) | 3 (50.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 82 (82.0%) | 18 (18.0%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Wauneta
Education (24 | 31.2%), business (20 | 26.0%), bio, nature & agricultural (11 | 14.3%), arts & humanities (8 | 10.4%), and communications (5 | 6.5%) are the most common fields of study among 77 individuals in Wauneta who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 | 0.0% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 11 | 14.3% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 0 | 0.0% |
| Psychology | 0 | 0.0% |
| Social Sciences | 0 | 0.0% |
| Engineering | 1 | 1.3% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 3 | 3.9% |
| Business | 20 | 26.0% |
| Education | 24 | 31.2% |
| Literature & Languages | 2 | 2.6% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 3 | 3.9% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 0 | 0.0% |
| Communications | 5 | 6.5% |
| Arts & Humanities | 8 | 10.4% |
| Total | 77 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Wauneta
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Wauneta
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Wauneta are males with 2 vehicles (33, accounting for 35.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (44, making up 32.7%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (5.9%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 19 (20.6%) | 11 (10.9%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 33 (35.9%) | 44 (43.6%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 30 (32.6%) | 21 (20.8%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 8 (8.7%) | 15 (14.8%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 2 (2.2%) | 4 (4.0%) |
| Total | 92 (100.0%) | 101 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Wauneta
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Wauneta are 20 to 24 minutes (65 commuters, 35.5%), less than 5 minutes (42 commuters, 23.0%), and 5 to 9 minutes (32 commuters, 17.5%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 42 | 23.0% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 32 | 17.5% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 12 | 6.6% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 8 | 4.4% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 65 | 35.5% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 12 | 6.6% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 4 | 2.2% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 2 | 1.1% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 2 | 1.1% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 4 | 2.2% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
Commute Time by Sex in Wauneta
The most common commute times in Wauneta are 20 to 24 minutes (45 commuters, 48.9%) for males and less than 5 minutes (25 commuters, 27.5%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 17 (18.5%) | 25 (27.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 17 (18.5%) | 15 (16.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (13.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 2 (2.2%) | 6 (6.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 45 (48.9%) | 20 (22.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 3 (3.3%) | 9 (9.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 2 (2.2%) | 2 (2.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 2 (2.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (2.2%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 4 (4.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Wauneta
The most frequent times of departure to work in Wauneta are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (27, 29.3%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (20, 22.0%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 4 (4.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 2 (2.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 4 (4.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 12 (13.0%) | 4 (4.4%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 27 (29.3%) | 9 (9.9%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 11 (12.0%) | 20 (22.0%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 20 (21.7%) | 12 (13.2%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 11 (12.0%) | 9 (9.9%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (3.3%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 1 (1.1%) | 2 (2.2%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (9.9%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (5.5%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (16.5%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (3.3%) |
| Total | 92 (100.0%) | 91 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Wauneta
Occupancy by Ownership in Wauneta
Of the total 243 dwellings in Wauneta, owner-occupied units account for 153 (63.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 90 (37.0%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 153 | 63.0% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 90 | 37.0% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 243 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Wauneta
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 88 | 36.2% |
| 2-Person Household | 110 | 45.3% |
| 3-Person Household | 15 | 6.2% |
| 4+ Person Household | 30 | 12.3% |
| Total Housing Units | 243 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Wauneta
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 45 (51.1%) | 43 (48.9%) |
| 2-Person Household | 74 (67.3%) | 36 (32.7%) |
| 3-Person Household | 15 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 19 (63.3%) | 11 (36.7%) |
| Total Housing Units | 153 (63.0%) | 90 (37.0%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Wauneta
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 62 (67.4%) | 30 (32.6%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 62 (57.4%) | 46 (42.6%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 26 (65.0%) | 14 (35.0%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Wauneta
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 45 | 18.5% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 31 | 12.8% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 25 | 10.3% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 24 | 9.9% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 72 | 29.6% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 31 | 12.8% |
| 85 Years and Over | 15 | 6.2% |
| Total | 243 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Wauneta
Median Income by Occupancy in Wauneta
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 153 (63.0%) | $55,179 |
| Renter-Occupied | 90 (37.0%) | $35,714 |
| Average | 243 (100.0%) | $47,917 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Wauneta
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 3 (2.0%) | 12 (13.3%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 7 (4.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 3 (2.0%) | 7 (7.8%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 7 (4.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 3 (2.0%) | 19 (21.1%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 20 (13.1%) | 5 (5.6%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 25 (16.3%) | 13 (14.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 41 (26.8%) | 22 (24.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 17 (11.1%) | 12 (13.3%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 18 (11.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 9 (5.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 153 (100.0%) | 90 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Wauneta
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 18 (11.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 43 (28.1%) | 8 (8.9%) |
| $500 to $799 | 58 (37.9%) | 20 (22.2%) |
| $800 to $999 | 10 (6.5%) | 4 (4.4%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 18 (11.8%) | 11 (12.2%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 2 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 4 (2.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 153 (100.0%) | 90 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Wauneta
Housing Structures in Wauneta
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 226 | 93.0% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 0 | 0.0% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 17 | 7.0% |
| Total | 243 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Wauneta
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 149 (65.9%) | 77 (34.1%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 4 (23.5%) | 13 (76.5%) |
| Total | 153 (63.0%) | 90 (37.0%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Wauneta
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 2 (1.3%) | 41 (45.6%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 43 (28.1%) | 21 (23.3%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 39 (25.5%) | 19 (21.1%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 69 (45.1%) | 9 (10.0%) |
| Total | 153 (100.0%) | 90 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Wauneta
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 3 (2.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 81 (52.9%) | 49 (54.4%) |
| Electricity | 54 (35.3%) | 34 (37.8%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 3 (2.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 10 (6.5%) | 7 (7.8%) |
| No Fuel Used | 2 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 153 (100.0%) | 90 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Wauneta
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 5 (3.3%) | 6 (6.7%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 27 (17.6%) | 44 (48.9%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 58 (37.9%) | 38 (42.2%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 63 (41.2%) | 2 (2.2%) |
| Total | 153 (100.0%) | 90 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Wauneta
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Wauneta
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 105 | 48 |
| Median Property Value | $73,100 | $90,000 |
| Median Household Income | $41,705 | $0 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $460 | $0 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,188 | $0 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Wauneta
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 35 (33.3%) | 15 (31.2%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 38 (36.2%) | 16 (33.3%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 31 (29.5%) | 13 (27.1%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (8.3%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 1 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 105 (100.0%) | 48 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Wauneta
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 7 (6.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 13 (12.4%) | 3 (6.2%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 17 (16.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 21 (20.0%) | 3 (6.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 24 (22.9%) | 4 (8.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 10 (9.5%) | 17 (35.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 4 (3.8%) | 7 (14.6%) |
| $150,000 or more | 9 (8.6%) | 14 (29.2%) |
| Total | 105 (100.0%) | 48 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Wauneta
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 66 (62.9%) | 71,250 (148,437.5%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 17 (16.2%) | 40 (83.3%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 8 (7.6%) | 4 (8.3%) |
| 4.0x or more | 13 (12.4%) | 1 (2.1%) |
| Total | 105 (100.0%) | 48 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Wauneta
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 34 (32.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 31 (29.5%) | 11 (22.9%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 35 (33.3%) | 18 (37.5%) |
| Total | 105 (100.0%) | 48 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Wauneta
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wauneta
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 26 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 87 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 17 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 47 (82.5%) | 10 (17.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 29 (54.7%) | 24 (45.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 39 (83.0%) | 8 (17.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 42 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 120 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 79 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 486 (92.0%) | 42 (8.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Wauneta
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 26 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 87 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 17 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Wauneta
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 71 (85.5%) | 12 (14.5%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 125 (84.5%) | 23 (15.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 133 (95.0%) | 7 (5.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 72 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000 and over | 85 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wauneta
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 4 (15.4%) | 22 (84.6%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 44 (50.6%) | 43 (49.4%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 17 (100.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 10 (17.5%) | 37 (64.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 6 (11.3%) | 23 (43.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 12 (25.5%) | 27 (57.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 12 (28.6%) | 34 (80.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 120 (100.0%) | 69 (57.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 79 (100.0%) | 35 (44.3%) |
| Total | 287 (54.4%) | 307 (58.1%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Wauneta
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 17 (27.4%) | 20 (25.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 10 (13.3%) | 36 (80.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 19 (46.3%) | 7 (18.4%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Wauneta
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (13.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 4 (5.3%) | 32 (71.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 11 (26.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1 (1.6%) | 9 (11.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (17.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 3 (7.3%) | 2 (5.3%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 13 (21.0%) | 3 (3.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 3 (4.8%) | 9 (11.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 5 (6.7%) | 11 (24.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 8 (19.5%) | 7 (18.4%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (3.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2 (2.7%) | 1 (2.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (18.4%) |
Technology Access in Wauneta
Computing Device Access in Wauneta
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 143 | 58.9% |
| Smartphone | 200 | 82.3% |
| Tablet | 144 | 59.3% |
| No Computing Device | 31 | 12.8% |
| Total | 243 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Wauneta
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 5 | 2.1% |
| Broadband Home | 131 | 53.9% |
| Cellular Data Only | 59 | 24.3% |
| Satellite Internet | 5 | 2.1% |
| No Internet | 44 | 18.1% |
| Total | 243 | 100.0% |
Wauneta Summary
Wauneta is a small village located in Chase County, Nebraska, United States. It is situated along the Republican River, approximately 20 miles east of Imperial, the county seat. The population of Wauneta was 545 at the 2010 census.
Geography
Wauneta is located at 40°9'25" North, 101°25'25" West (40.156944, -101.423889). According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.6 square miles (1.6 km2), all of it land.
History
Wauneta was founded in 1887 by the Union Pacific Railroad. The town was named after Wauneta, the daughter of a railroad official. The first post office was established in 1888.
The town was incorporated in 1891 and the first mayor was elected in 1892. The first school was built in 1894 and the first church was built in 1895.
Economy
The economy of Wauneta is largely based on agriculture. The town is home to several grain elevators, a feed mill, and a fertilizer plant. There are also several small businesses in town, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a restaurant.
Demographics
As of the census of 2010, there were 545 people, 221 households, and 149 families residing in the village. The population density was 890.0 people per square mile (344.2/km2). There were 241 housing units at an average density of 397.5 per square mile (153.5/km2). The racial makeup of the village was 97.3% White, 0.2% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.4% from other races, and 1.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.3% of the population.
There were 221 households, out of which 28.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.0% were married couples living together, 8.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.5% were non-families. 30.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.45 and the average family size was 3.06.
In the village, the population was spread out, with 25.7% under the age of 18, 6.2% from 18 to 24, 24.2% from 25 to 44, 24.2% from 45 to 64, and 19.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.2 males.
The median income for a household in the village was $35,000, and the median income for a family was $41,250. Males had a median income of $27,500 versus $20,000 for females. The per capita income for the village was $17,845. About 8.3% of families and 10.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.3% of those under age 18 and 8.3% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Wauneta?
Total Population of Wauneta is 546.
What is the Total Male Population of Wauneta?
Total Male Population of Wauneta is 278.
What is the Total Female Population of Wauneta?
Total Female Population of Wauneta is 268.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Wauneta?
There are 103.73 Males per 100 Females in Wauneta.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Wauneta?
There are 96.40 Females per 100 Males in Wauneta.
What is the Median Population Age in Wauneta?
Median Population Age in Wauneta is 54.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Wauneta
Average Family Size in Wauneta is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Wauneta
Average Household Size in Wauneta is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Wauneta?
Per Capita income in Wauneta is $25,654.
What is the Median Family Income in Wauneta?
Median Family Income in Wauneta is $62,813.
What is the Median Household income in Wauneta?
Median Household Income in Wauneta is $47,917.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Wauneta?
Income or Wage Gap in Wauneta is 23.4%.
Women in Wauneta earn 76.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Wauneta?
Inequality or Gini Index in Wauneta is 0.40.
How Large is the Labor Force in Wauneta?
There are 210 People in the Labor Forcein in Wauneta.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Wauneta?
47.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Wauneta.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Wauneta?
Unemployment Rate in Wauneta is 7.1%.