What are the schools like in Maywood, NE?

Maywood is served primarily by MAYWOOD PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 9.0:1.

What is the median household income in Maywood?

The median household income in Maywood, NE is $45,250 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 18.3%.

What is the weather like in Maywood, NE?

Maywood has an average high temperature of 41.8°F in January and 91.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.3 inches and annual snowfall averages 28.1 inches.

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

Q: Is Maywood, NE affordable or expensive?

Maywood's cost of living index is 87, where 100 represents the national average. This means Maywood is 13% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $91,000 and the median rent is $696 per month.

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

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

Is Maywood, NE a Good Place to Live?

Maywood is a small town of 258 in Nebraska, with a median household income of $45,250 and a 18.3% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 87 (US average = 100), which is 13% below the national average.

Strengths: Maywood stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B+).

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

All Maywood 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: 86.9

Maywood's overall cost of living index is 86.9, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Maywood costs roughly 13% less than the average American city.

Metric	Maywood, NE	National Avg
Median Home Value	$91,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$696	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	62.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$45,250	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Maywood is served primarily by MAYWOOD PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.0:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Maywood, NE	National Avg
School District	MAYWOOD PUBLIC SCHOOLS	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	9.0:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	15.7%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	88.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Maywood sees average highs of 41.8°F in January and 91.4°F in July, with 22.3 inches of annual precipitation and 28.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Maywood, NE
Average High — January	41.8°F
Average High — July	91.4°F
Annual Precipitation	22.3"
Annual Snowfall	28.1"

Demographics

Metric	Maywood, NE	National Avg
Population	258	—
Median Age	41.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	18.3%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	26.1 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	88.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.6%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	5.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	24.0%	22.2%
65 and over	27.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Maywood

Maywood, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code:

69038

Maywood vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maywood, NE affordable or expensive?

Maywood's cost of living index is 87, where 100 is the national average. That makes Maywood roughly 13% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $91,000 and median rent is $696/month.

What is the crime rate in Maywood, NE?

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

What are the schools like in Maywood?

Public schools in Maywood are operated by MAYWOOD PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.0:1. 15.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Maywood, NE a good place to live?

Maywood, NE has a population of 258, a median household income of $45,250, and an unemployment rate of 18.3%. 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 Maywood?

Maywood averages 41.8°F in January and 91.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 22.3 inches with about 28.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Maywood?

Maywood, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code: 69038.

What is the population of Maywood?

The population of Maywood, Nebraska is 258 with a median age of 41.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Maywood?

Key numbers for living in Maywood: cost of living index 87 (100 = US average), median home $91,000, median household income $45,250, schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Maywood side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.