Bloomington, NE

Nebraska

Bloomington is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 97. Residents earn $71,250 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
97 Population 121/sq mi density
$71,250 Median Income $25,862 per capita
$75,000 Home Value
52°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$71,250 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,000 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,250
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,000
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.6%
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.1%
83% lower than US avg

How Bloomington Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population97
Median Age43.5 yrs
Density121/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans78.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,250
Per Capita$25,862
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty2.1%
County GDP$267M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units61

Health

Obesity37.2%
Uninsured9.0%
Smoking17.4%
Depression19.9%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI32 (Good)
Rain24.7 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation1,945 ft (593 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.6%
High School+82.8%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 16%
Commute17 min
Broadband38.0%
Libraries2

Is Bloomington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bloomington receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Bloomington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bloomington is $71,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bloomington is $75,000, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Bloomington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.7 inches, including 15.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Bloomington has a population of 97 with a density of 121 people per square mile. The median age is 43.5 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.7%), with 2.1% Hispanic.

Population

97
Total Population
121
People / sq mi
43.5yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.4%
Female 54.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Bloomington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.9%
15% above US avg
Spanish10.1%
25% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bloomington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bloomington is $71,250, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Bloomington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,250
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,862
Avg Weekly Wage$869
IRS Avg AGI$71,154

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.1%
83% below US avg
Establishments (County)128
County GDP$267M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare9
Retail17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,500
29% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.9 min
Drive Alone73.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Bloomington is $75,000, 73% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,000
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$706
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$1,001
3 Bedrooms$1,274
4 Bedrooms$1,409

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.7%
Housing Units61
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,500
29% above US avg
Effective Rate6.00%
In Bloomington, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.0% of residents lack health insurance. 17.4% are current smokers. 19.9% report depression. 27.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Bloomington vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.2%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma9.6%
COPD7.2%
Cancer6.7%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.4%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity27.3%
Depression19.9%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress12.4%
Short Sleep30.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.2%
Uninsured9.0%
5% above US avg
Checkup Rate66.8%
Dental Visits54.2%
Premature Death8,062/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access47.2%
Healthcare Facilities9
Bloomington has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.7 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.7 inches
35% below US avg
Snowfall15.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,945 ft (593 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density121/sq mi
Coordinates40.0938°N, 99.0384°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS31083
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68-point margin. 38.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.6%
D 15.5%

Winner: Republican by 68 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.6%
54% below US avg
High School+82.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density121/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access38.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants10
Retail Stores17

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.9 min
Drive Alone73.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.2%

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