Brunswick, NE

Nebraska

Brunswick is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 160. Residents earn $86,250 per year, which is 15% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
160 Population 271/sq mi density
$86,250 Median Income $40,037 per capita
$108,300 Home Value $261,389 Zillow
$738 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$86,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$108,300 home value, $738/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $86,250
15% higher than US avg
Home Value $108,300
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.1%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $738
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.9%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

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

People

Population160
Median Age45.7 yrs
Density271/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A+
Median Income$86,250
Per Capita$40,037
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$738M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$108,300
Rent$738
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$261,389

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.5%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain29.1 in/yr
Elevation1,864 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.1%
High School+98.2%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 11%
Commute14 min
Broadband65.0%
Libraries3

Is Brunswick a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brunswick receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Brunswick stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brunswick is $86,250, 15% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.2% 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 Brunswick is $108,300, 62% 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 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Brunswick experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.1 inches, including 35.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Brunswick has a population of 160 with a density of 271 people per square mile. The median age is 45.7 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.6%), with 3.1% Hispanic, 3.8% Black.

Population

160
Total Population
271
People / sq mi
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Brunswick vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Brunswick vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brunswick is $86,250, which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Brunswick vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,250
15% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,037
Avg Weekly Wage$919
IRS Avg AGI$80,902

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below US avg
Establishments (County)244
County GDP$738M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare20
Retail32
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,155
19% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.4 min
Work from Home3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Brunswick is $108,300, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $738 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $261,389.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$108,300
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$261,389

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-Occupied82.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,155
19% above US avg
Effective Rate3.84%
In Brunswick, 43.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.5% report depression. 26.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.9%
37% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma9.7%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.8%
Physical Inactivity26.8%
Depression18.5%
Mental Distress15.8%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.6%
Checkup Rate73.4%
Premature Death7,469/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access70.1%
Healthcare Facilities20

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Brunswick has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average48.3°F
11% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.1 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall35.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,864 ft (568 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density271/sq mi
Coordinates42.3377°N, 97.9718°W
County FIPS31139
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 76.3-point margin. 65.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87.8%
D 11.4%

Winner: Republican by 76.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.1%
52% below US avg
High School+98.2%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density271/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access65.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants14
Retail Stores32

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.4 min
Work from Home3.3%

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