Bruning, NE

Nebraska

Bruning is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 267. Residents earn $70,833 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
267 Population 785/sq mi density
$70,833 Median Income $32,970 per capita
$101,700 Home Value $162,496 Zillow
$870 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$70,833 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$101,700 home value, $870/mo rent
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,833
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $101,700
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.2%
13% higher than US avg
Median Rent $870
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population267
Median Age35.1 yrs
Density785/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,833
Per Capita$32,970
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$536M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$101,700
Rent$870
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$162,496

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.8%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain31.1 in/yr
Elevation1,589 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.2%
High School+94.8%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute14 min
Libraries5

Is Bruning a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bruning receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Bruning stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bruning is $70,833, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bruning is $101,700, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $870 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Bruning experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.1 inches, including 23.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Bruning has a population of 267 with a density of 785 people per square mile. The median age is 35.1 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.8%).

Population

267
Total Population
785
People / sq mi
35.1yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.8%
Female 44.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Bruning vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.5%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.5%
74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bruning vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bruning is $70,833, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Bruning vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,833
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,970
Avg Weekly Wage$982
IRS Avg AGI$76,884

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)262
County GDP$536M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare10
Retail31
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,850
19% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.5 min
Work from Home2.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Bruning is $101,700, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $870 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $162,496.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$101,700
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$162,496

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$870
25% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,850
19% below US avg
Effective Rate2.80%
In Bruning, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.8% report depression. 26.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.8%
24% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma9.3%
COPD6.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.4%
Physical Inactivity26.0%
Depression18.8%
Mental Distress15.6%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Checkup Rate72.4%
Premature Death6,893/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access33.9%
Healthcare Facilities10

Crime Rates: Bruning vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Bruning has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.1 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall23.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,589 ft (484 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density785/sq mi
Coordinates40.3358°N, 97.5664°W
County FIPS31169
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 38.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.9%
D 19.1%

Winner: Republican by 60.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.2%
13% above US avg
High School+94.8%
School Test Score5.81
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density785/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants14
Retail Stores31

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.5 min
Work from Home2.7%

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