Friend, NE
Full City Profile · Nebraska · Saline County County
Friend, NE
At a Glance
How Friend Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Friend's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Friend a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Friend residents earn a median household income of $84,861 , which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,159. The unemployment rate stands at 0.9% (75% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 386 business establishments, including 31 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Friend is $171,200 , 39% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $226,830. Median rent is $808/month, with 18.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1954.
Education
27.7% of adults in Friend hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below the national average). 97.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Friend has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.0 inches.