Dunning, NE

Nebraska

Dunning is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 65. Residents earn $48,125 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
65 Population 283/sq mi density
$48,125 Median Income $31,817 per capita
$72,000 Home Value
$825 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$48,125 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$72,000 home value, $825/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.3% bachelor's degree or higher
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%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

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

65
Total Population
283
People / sq mi
59.3yrs
Median Age
52% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Dunning vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Dunning vs U.S. Average

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: Dunning vs U.S.

Commute Mode

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

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.7%
38% below US avg
Establishments (County)42
County GDP$50M

Business (County)

Restaurants3
Retail4

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.6 min
Drive Alone74.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

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 Value Sources

Ownership Split

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 Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership73.2%
Owner-Occupied73.2%

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

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.8%
Physical Inactivity27.0%
Depression18.3%
Mental Distress15.3%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.1%
Checkup Rate72.1%

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.1/10
Exercise Access74.0%

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

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 Average48.7°F
10% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,620 ft (799 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density283/sq mi
Coordinates41.8271°N, 100.1045°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS31171
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 23.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 77.4-point margin. 41.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 88.6%
D 11.2%

Winner: Republican by 77.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.3%
31% below US avg
High School+95.0%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density283/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access41.0%
Public Libraries2
Restaurants3
Retail Stores4

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.6 min
Drive Alone74.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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