Wahoo city, Nebraska
Wahoo city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Wahoo city is a geographic entity located in Saunders County, Nebraska. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 5,023. The land area covers 2.98 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 5,023 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 35.5 yrs | ±2.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,892 | ±143 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 2,064 | ±232 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,892 | ±143 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 172 | ±149 |
| Median Home Value | $243,600 | ±$19,755 |
| Median Gross Rent | $907 | ±$152 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $89,457 | ±$26,846 |
| Per Capita Income | $41,245 | ±$5,767 |
| Poverty Rate | 14.2% | ±6.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 676 | ±328 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.6% | ±3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,487 | ±290 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.2% | ±5% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 4,970 (2024)
ID: 169699
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: CITY ADMIN/CLERK/TREASURER
605 N BROADWAY ST, WAHOO NE 68066-1607
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GUS Population: 23,406 (2024)
ID: 184117
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CLERK
PO BOX 61, WAHOO NE 68066-0061
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | ASHLAND, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | ASHLAND, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | ASHLAND, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | ASHLAND, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | CEDAR BLUFFS, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | CEDAR BLUFFS, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | CEDAR BLUFFS, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | VALLEY, NE | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | VALLEY, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | VALLEY, NE |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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SAUNDERS MEDICAL CENTER
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Hospital | City address association | 1760 COUNTY RD J, WAHOO, NE, 68066 |
(402) 443-4191
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Midland University
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College | 16.6 mi away | 900 N. Clarkson St., Fremont, NE, 68025 |
8006428382
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WAHOO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.4 mi away | 637 NORTH MAPLE STREET, WAHOO, NE, 68066 |
(402) 443-3871
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MEAD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.7 mi away | 316 SOUTH VINE, MEAD, NE, 68041 |
(402) 624-6605
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CERESCO COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 11.2 mi away | 425 SOUTH 2ND STREET, CERESCO, NE, 68017 |
(402) 665-2112
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YUTAN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.7 mi away | 410 1ST ST., YUTAN, NE, 68073 |
(402) 625-2111
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VALPARAISO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.7 mi away | 300 WEST 2ND, VALPARAISO, NE, 68065 |
(402) 784-6141
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VALLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.7 mi away | 232 N. SPRUCE ST., VALLEY, NE, 68064 |
(402) 359-9924
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KEENE MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 16.6 mi away | 1030 NORTH BROAD STREET, FREMONT, NE, 68025 |
(402) 727-2694
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AGNES ROBINSON WATERLOO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.7 mi away | 23704 CEDAR DRIVE, WATERLOO, NE, 68069 |
(402) 779-4171
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at WESTON 3NW, NE US, located 8.3 miles from Wahoo city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32.2° | 13.4° | 22.8° | 0.79" | 7.2" |
| February | 36.9° | 17.4° | 27.1° | 0.87" | 9.1" |
| March | 49.7° | 26.7° | 38.2° | 1.80" | 5.4" |
| April | 62.1° | 37.9° | 50.0° | 3.15" | 1.5" |
| May | 72.7° | 50.2° | 61.4° | 4.93" | 0.3" |
| June | 82.9° | 60.5° | 71.7° | 4.80" | 0.0" |
| July | 85.9° | 64.4° | 75.2° | 3.52" | 0.0" |
| August | 83.5° | 62.1° | 72.8° | 4.17" | 0.0" |
| September | 77.1° | 52.4° | 64.8° | 2.94" | 0.0" |
| October | 64.4° | 40.1° | 52.3° | 2.24" | 1.2" |
| November | 49.2° | 27.6° | 38.4° | 1.24" | 2.8" |
| December | 35.9° | 17.9° | 26.9° | 1.12" | 6.9" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wahoo city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Colon village | Village | 5.6 mi | — |
| Ithaca village | Village | 5.7 mi | — |
| Malmo village | Village | 6.3 mi | — |
| Weston village | Village | 6.7 mi | — |
| Mead village | Village | 6.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3115550965. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.