What are the schools like in Burwell, NE?

Burwell is served primarily by BURWELL PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 9.4:1.

What is the median household income in Burwell?

The median household income in Burwell, NE is $65,313 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.4%.

What is the weather like in Burwell, NE?

Burwell has an average high temperature of 34.2°F in January and 86.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 29.2 inches.

Burwell, NE Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Burwell, NE affordable or expensive?

Burwell's cost of living index is 85, where 100 represents the national average. This means Burwell is 15% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $116,500 and the median rent is $493 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Burwell, NE?

Crime rate data for Burwell is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Burwell, NE a Good Place to Live?

Burwell is a small town of 938 in Nebraska, with a median household income of $65,313 and a 2.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 85 (US average = 100), which is 15% below the national average.

Strengths: Burwell stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (A-), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Burwell is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Burwell city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 85.3

Burwell's overall cost of living index is 85.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Burwell costs roughly 15% less than the average American city.

Metric	Burwell, NE	National Avg
Median Home Value	$116,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$493	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	76.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$65,313	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Burwell is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Burwell is served primarily by BURWELL PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.4:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Burwell, NE	National Avg
School District	BURWELL PUBLIC SCHOOLS	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	9.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	28.7%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	92.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Burwell sees average highs of 34.2°F in January and 86.2°F in July, with 25.9 inches of annual precipitation and 29.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Burwell, NE
Average High — January	34.2°F
Average High — July	86.2°F
Annual Precipitation	25.9"
Annual Snowfall	29.2"

Demographics

Metric	Burwell, NE	National Avg
Population	938	—
Median Age	50.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	12.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	93.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	4.2%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	21.7%	22.2%
65 and over	33.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Elyria, NE 10 mi Taylor, NE 13 mi Sargent, NE 15 mi Comstock, NE 16 mi Ord, NE 17 mi

ZIP Codes in Burwell

Burwell, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code:

68823

Burwell vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Burwell, NE affordable or expensive?

Burwell's cost of living index is 85, where 100 is the national average. That makes Burwell roughly 15% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $116,500 and median rent is $493/month.

What is the crime rate in Burwell, NE?

Crime data for Burwell is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Burwell?

Public schools in Burwell are operated by BURWELL PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.4:1. 28.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Burwell, NE a good place to live?

Burwell, NE has a population of 938, a median household income of $65,313, and an unemployment rate of 2.4%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Burwell?

Burwell averages 34.2°F in January and 86.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 25.9 inches with about 29.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Burwell?

Burwell, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code: 68823.

What is the population of Burwell?

The population of Burwell, Nebraska is 938 with a median age of 50.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Burwell?

Key numbers for living in Burwell: cost of living index 85 (100 = US average), median home $116,500, median household income $65,313, schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Burwell side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.