Bruno, NE

Nebraska · Metropolitan Area

Bruno is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 100. Residents earn $34,167 per year, which is 55% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
100 Population 370/sq mi density
$34,167 Median Income $22,137 per capita
$81,300 Home Value $215,858 Zillow
$738 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$34,167 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$81,300 home value, $738/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
6.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,167
55% lower than US avg
Home Value $81,300
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.9%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $738
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.7%
67% higher than US avg

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

People

Population100
Median Age55.5 yrs
Density370/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans94.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$34,167
Per Capita$22,137
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty20.7%
County GDP$1,090M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$81,300
Rent$738
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$215,858

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.4%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain31.6 in/yr
Elevation1,496 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.9%
High School+86.1%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute24 min
Broadband53.0%
Libraries6

Is Bruno a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bruno receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Bruno offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bruno is $34,167, 55% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 20.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bruno is $81,300, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $738 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Bruno experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.6 inches, including 34.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Bruno has a population of 100 with a density of 370 people per square mile. The median age is 55.5 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

100
Total Population
370
People / sq mi
55.5yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57%
Female 43%

Race & Ethnicity

Bruno vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bruno vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bruno is $34,167, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Bruno vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,167
55% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,137
Avg Weekly Wage$960
IRS Avg AGI$104,730

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.7%
67% above US avg
Establishments (County)656
County GDP$1,090M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare33
Retail72
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,137
75% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.6 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bruno is $81,300, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $738 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $215,858.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,300
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$215,858

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$738
37% 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-Occupied77.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,137
75% above US avg
Effective Rate7.55%
In Bruno, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.4% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.4%
20% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma9.6%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.0%
Physical Inactivity25.5%
Depression18.4%
Mental Distress15.7%
Physical Distress11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.2%
Checkup Rate72.6%
Premature Death6,667/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access61.5%
Healthcare Facilities33

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Bruno has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.6 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall34.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,496 ft (456 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density370/sq mi
Coordinates41.2830°N, 96.9609°W
County FIPS31155
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.4-point margin. 53.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.6%
D 26.2%

Winner: Republican by 46.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.9%
80% below US avg
High School+86.1%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density370/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access53.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants41
Retail Stores72

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.6 min
Work from Home0.0%

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