Median Income
$52,500
30% lower than US avg
Home Value
$95,000
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
26.2%
22% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$667
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.3%
65% lower than US avg
How Bruce Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population283
Median Age38.7 yrs
Density765/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Economy
A
Median Income$52,500
Per Capita$32,272
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$3,062M
Commute20 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$95,000
Rent$667
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$320,299
Health
Obesity37.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease4.9%
Climate
Avg Temp43°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain25.2 in/yr
Elevation1,625 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+26.2%
High School+92.9%
School Score5.45
Community
2024 VoteR 57% / D 40%
Commute20 min
Libraries2
Is Bruce a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bruce receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Bruce stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bruce is $52,500, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bruce is $95,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $667 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
26.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Bruce has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.2 inches, including 35.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Bruce has a population of 283 with a density of 765 people per square mile. The median age is 38.7 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%), with 1.1% Hispanic.
Population
38.7yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 89.8% |
| 14% above US avg |
| Spanish | 10.2% |
| 24% below US avg |
The median household income in Bruce is $52,500, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $52,500 |
| 30% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $32,272 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,096 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $85,411 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.5% |
| 86% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.3% |
| 65% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,382 |
| County GDP | $3,062M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 89 |
| Healthcare | 101 |
| Retail | 110 |
| Manufacturing | 40 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,740 |
| 64% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.04% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.3 min |
| Work from Home | 15.4% |
The median home value in Bruce is $95,000, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $667 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $320,299.
Home Values
| Census Median | $95,000 |
| 66% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $320,299 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $667 |
| 43% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $691 |
| 1 Bedroom | $784 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $990 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,540 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,740 |
| 64% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 6.04% |
In Bruce, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.9% report depression. 18.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bruce vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.8% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.6% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.7% |
| Asthma | 9.4% |
| COPD | 4.6% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.0% |
| Depression | 21.9% |
| Mental Distress | 14.4% |
| Physical Distress | 10.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 85.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.6% |
| Premature Death | 6,178/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 85.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 101 |
Crime Rates: Bruce vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Bruce has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
13°F Jan (-11°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 43.3°F |
| 20% below US avg |
| January Average | 13°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 25.2 inches |
| 34% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 35.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,625 ft (495 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 765/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.4378°N, 96.8906°W |
| County FIPS | 46011 |