Median Income
$48,125
36% lower than US avg
Home Value
$72,000
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
23.3%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$825
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.7%
38% lower than US avg
How Dunning Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population65
Median Age59.3 yrs
Density283/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans64.0%
Economy
B+
Median Income$48,125
Per Capita$31,817
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty7.7%
County GDP$50M
Commute34 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$72,000
Rent$825
Ownership73.2%
Rent Burden51.0%
Health
Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.3%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI32 (Good)
Elevation2,620 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+23.3%
High School+95.0%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 89% / D 11%
Commute34 min
Broadband41.0%
Libraries2
Is Dunning a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Dunning receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Dunning offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Dunning is $48,125, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Dunning is $72,000, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $825 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
23.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Dunning experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Dunning has a population of 65 with a density of 283 people per square mile. The median age is 59.3 years, 52% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
59.3yrs
Median Age
52% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Dunning is $48,125, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $48,125 |
| 36% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,817 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $793 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $53,394 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.6% |
| 56% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.7% |
| 38% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 42 |
| County GDP | $50M |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 33.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 74.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Dunning is $72,000, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $825 (29% below US avg). 73.2% of homes are owner-occupied.
Home Values
| Census Median | $72,000 |
| 74% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $825 |
| 29% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 51.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 73.2% |
| Owner-Occupied | 73.2% |
Property Tax
In Dunning, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.3% report depression. 27.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Dunning vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.5% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.3% |
| Asthma | 9.5% |
| COPD | 5.9% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.0% |
| Depression | 18.3% |
| Mental Distress | 15.3% |
| Physical Distress | 11.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 82.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.1% |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 74.0% |
Crime Rates: Dunning vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Dunning has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 48.7°F |
| 10% below US avg |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,620 ft (799 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 283/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.8271°N, 100.1045°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 31171 |