What are the schools like in Ewing, NE?

Ewing is served primarily by SUMMERLAND PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.4:1.

What is the median household income in Ewing?

The median household income in Ewing, NE is $56,563 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 8.0%.

What is the weather like in Ewing, NE?

Ewing has an average high temperature of 35.4°F in January and 87.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 31.7 inches.

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

Q: Is Ewing, NE affordable or expensive?

Ewing's cost of living index is 85, where 100 represents the national average. This means Ewing is 15% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $52,700 and the median rent is $775 per month.

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

Ewing has a violent crime rate of 39.7 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 49.7 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Ewing, NE a Good Place to Live?

Ewing is a small town of 384 in Nebraska, with a median household income of $56,563 and a 8.0% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 85 (US average = 100), which is 15% below the national average.

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

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Ewing is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Ewing 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: 85.0

Ewing's overall cost of living index is 85.0, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Ewing costs roughly 15% less than the average American city.

Metric	Ewing, NE	National Avg
Median Home Value	$52,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$775	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	78.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$56,563	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Ewing's violent crime rate is 39.7 per 100,000 residents — 90% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

39.7 /100k

Property Crime

49.7 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Ewing is served primarily by SUMMERLAND PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.4:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Ewing, NE	National Avg
School District	SUMMERLAND PUBLIC SCHOOLS	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	22.2%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	95.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Ewing sees average highs of 35.4°F in January and 87.9°F in July, with 26.1 inches of annual precipitation and 31.7 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Ewing, NE
Average High — January	35.4°F
Average High — July	87.9°F
Annual Precipitation	26.1"
Annual Snowfall	31.7"

Demographics

Metric	Ewing, NE	National Avg
Population	384	—
Median Age	39.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	8.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	18.7 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	96.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.3%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	30.5%	22.2%
65 and over	21.1%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Ewing

Ewing, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code:

68735

Ewing vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ewing, NE affordable or expensive?

Ewing's cost of living index is 85, where 100 is the national average. That makes Ewing roughly 15% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $52,700 and median rent is $775/month.

What is the crime rate in Ewing, NE?

Ewing's violent crime rate is 39.7 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 49.7 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Ewing?

Public schools in Ewing are operated by SUMMERLAND PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.4:1. 22.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Ewing, NE a good place to live?

Ewing, NE has a population of 384, a median household income of $56,563, and an unemployment rate of 8.0%. 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 Ewing?

Ewing averages 35.4°F in January and 87.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 26.1 inches with about 31.7 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Ewing?

Ewing, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code: 68735.

What is the population of Ewing?

The population of Ewing, Nebraska is 384 with a median age of 39.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Ewing?

Key numbers for living in Ewing: cost of living index 85 (100 = US average), median home $52,700, median household income $56,563, crime index 7 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Ewing side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.