Economy & Jobs — Wauneta, Nebraska
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $47,143 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$53,000 |
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| Per Capita Income | $30,938 |
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| Poverty Rate | 16.6% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 4.0% |
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| In Labor Force | 209 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Retail | 23.6% |
| Education Healthcare | 22.6% |
| Agriculture | 14.9% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Insurance Agencies | 9 |
| Full Service Restaurants | 7 |
| Auto Repair | 4 |
| Commercial Banks | 4 |
| Grocery Stores | 3 |
| Liquor Stores | 3 |
| Gas Stations | 3 |
| New Car Dealers | 3 |
| Child Day Care | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
