Economy & Jobs — Wakefield, Nebraska
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $56,964 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$65,500 |
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| Per Capita Income | $23,108 |
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| Poverty Rate | 7.5% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 3.8% |
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| In Labor Force | 602 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Education Healthcare | 29.5% |
| Manufacturing | 25.1% |
| Agriculture | 10.7% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Bars | 6 |
| Commercial Banks | 5 |
| Auto Repair | 4 |
| Full Service Restaurants | 4 |
| Gas Stations | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
