Lexington

NE

Dawson County, Nebraska

Population 24K |Median income $69,880 |3 hospitals

Population
24,202
Dawson County
Median Income
$69,880
+3% vs avg
Median Home Value
$166,200
-27% vs avg
Median Age
35.6
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
24K-0%
Median Income
$69,880+52%
Median Home Value
$166,200+88%
Poverty Rate
10.8%-27%
Unemployment
1.4%-78%

Economics

Median Rent
$925/mo
Poverty Rate
10.8% -24% vs avg
Unemployment 1.4%
Bachelor's Degree+ 17.6%
Work From Home 2.4%
Public Transit 0%

Population

White 59.2%
African American 7.2%
Asian 0.8%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
41.1%
High Blood Pressure
35%
Physical Inactivity
32.8%
Short Sleep Duration
32.1%
Binge Drinking
18.1%
Lack of Health Insurance
18%
Current Smoking
15%
Frequent Mental Distress
13.7%
Diabetes
13.5%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.3%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 73.3%
Dental Visit 56.4%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
8.7%
Coronary Heart Disease
7%
Stroke
3.6%

Alerts & News — Lexington Area 6

Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 34m ago
Bushfire Alerts

Grass Fire Advice Issued for City of Sydney (NSW)

NSW RFS · 35m ago
Bushfire Alerts

Grass Fire Advice Issued for City of Sydney (NSW) Area

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for City of Sydney Following Grass Fire Report

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Advice Issued for Grass Fire in City of Sydney

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Advice Issued for Grass Fire in City of Sydney (NSW)

NSW RFS · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Lexington, NE? ▼
Lexington, NE has a population of 24,202 people, located in Dawson County, Nebraska.
What is the median household income in Lexington? ▼
The median household income in Lexington, NE is $69,880 per year. The poverty rate is 10.8%.
What is the median home value in Lexington? ▼
The median home value in Lexington, NE is $166,200. Median rent is $925/month.
What are the top health concerns in Lexington? ▼
The top health indicators in Lexington include Obesity (41.1%), High Blood Pressure (35%), Physical Inactivity (32.8%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Lexington? ▼
Lexington has 3 hospitals with an average rating of null/5 stars. 0 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Lexington? ▼
The median age in Lexington, NE is 35.6 years. 17.6% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Lexington, NE is located in Dawson County, Nebraska. With a population of 24K and a median household income of $69,880, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 3 hospitals with an average rating of null/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Lexington area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Dawson County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.