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Winside, NE

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Population
367
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,577 ft
Median Home Value
$104,200
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$788/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$66,667
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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About Winside

Winside is a quiet village in northeast Nebraska's Wayne County, home to roughly 500 people. Tucked into rolling farmland along Highway 35, it offers the classic appeal of small-town living where neighbors know one another and daily life moves at a relaxed pace. The town got its unusual name back in the 1880s, when local founders outmaneuvered a neighboring settlement named Northside to secure the area's railroad depot, naming their new site after the winning side.

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Today, the community is anchored by the local Winside Public School and a tight-knit neighborhood feel. Residents enjoy peaceful residential streets while staying well within reach of regional hubs. Wayne sits about ten miles to the northeast for college events, local jobs, and daily essentials, while Norfolk is an easy drive southwest for major shopping, dining, and medical care. It is a solid choice for anyone looking for quiet rural living with convenient access to nearby cities.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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