Dunbar, NE

Nebraska

Dunbar is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 246. Residents earn $88,750 per year, which is 18% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
246 Population 1,070/sq mi density
$88,750 Median Income $32,642 per capita
$57,600 Home Value $282,378 Zillow
$688 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$88,750 median income, 21.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$57,600 home value, $688/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,750
18% higher than US avg
Home Value $57,600
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.3%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $688
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 21.7%
503% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.3%
25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population246
Median Age33.4 yrs
Density1,070/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B
Median Income$88,750
Per Capita$32,642
Unemployment21.7%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$1,791M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$57,600
Rent$688
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$282,378

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.2%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain32.2 in/yr
Elevation1,084 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.3%
High School+94.9%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute31 min
Libraries4

Is Dunbar a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dunbar receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Dunbar offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dunbar is $88,750, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 21.7%, unemployment is notably high. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dunbar is $57,600, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $688 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Dunbar experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.2 inches, including 25.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Dunbar has a population of 246 with a density of 1,070 people per square mile. The median age is 33.4 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.5%).

Population

246
Total Population
1,070
People / sq mi
33.4yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Dunbar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.3%
11% above US avg
Spanish12.7%
5% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dunbar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dunbar is $88,750, which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 21.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Dunbar vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,750
18% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,642
Avg Weekly Wage$1,020
IRS Avg AGI$77,878

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment21.7%
503% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.3%
25% below US avg
Establishments (County)508
County GDP$1,791M

Business (County)

Restaurants42
Healthcare39
Retail70
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,100
46% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate8.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.6 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Dunbar is $57,600, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $688 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $282,378.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$57,600
80% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$282,378

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$688
41% 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-Occupied83.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,100
46% above US avg
Effective Rate8.85%
In Dunbar, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.2% report depression. 26.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.1%
28% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity26.1%
Depression20.2%
Mental Distress16.0%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.5%
Checkup Rate74.7%
Premature Death7,091/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access71.3%
Healthcare Facilities39

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Dunbar has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.2 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall25.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,084 ft (330 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,070/sq mi
Coordinates40.6687°N, 96.0309°W
County FIPS31131
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.9%
D 30%

Winner: Republican by 38.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.3%
81% below US avg
High School+94.9%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,070/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities39
Restaurants42
Retail Stores70

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.6 min
Work from Home0.0%

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