Median Income
$54,716
27% lower than US avg
Home Value
$121,700
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.5%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$858
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
15.3%
23% higher than US avg
How New Sarpy Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,200
Median Age36.4 yrs
Density882/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 55%
Economy
B+
Median Income$54,716
Per Capita$30,096
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty15.3%
County GDP$12,725M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$121,700
Rent$858
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity40.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp71°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain63.4 in/yr
Elevation2 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.5%
High School+88.0%
School Score4.48
Community
2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute26 min
Libraries7
Is New Sarpy a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, New Sarpy receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. New Sarpy offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in New Sarpy is $54,716, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. The poverty rate of 15.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in New Sarpy is $121,700, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $858 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
New Sarpy has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 63.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
New Sarpy has a population of 1,200 with a density of 882 people per square mile. The median age is 36.4 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (55.1%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 40.3% Black.
Population
36.4yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
New Sarpy vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 93.2% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Spanish | 6.8% |
| 49% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
New Sarpy vs U.S. Average
The median household income in New Sarpy is $54,716, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income: New Sarpy vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $54,716 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $30,096 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,867 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $77,467 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 25% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 15.3% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,446 |
| County GDP | $12,725M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 77 |
| Healthcare | 80 |
| Retail | 109 |
| Manufacturing | 39 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,647 |
| 4% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.00% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.4 min |
| Work from Home | 4.6% |
The median home value in New Sarpy is $121,700, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $858 (26% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $121,700 |
| 57% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $858 |
| 26% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $763 |
| 1 Bedroom | $832 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,007 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,298 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,508 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,647 |
| 4% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.00% |
In New Sarpy, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.6% report depression. 30.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: New Sarpy vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.5% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 41.2% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 6.5% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.5% |
| Depression | 24.6% |
| Mental Distress | 20.2% |
| Physical Distress | 13.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 81.3% |
| Premature Death | 9,796/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 76.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 80 |
Crime Rates: New Sarpy vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
Safety Score
New Sarpy has an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 63.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Temperature
54°F Jan (12°C)
84°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 70.5°F |
| 31% above US avg |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 63.4 inches |
| 67% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2 ft (1 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 882/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.9792°N, 90.3835°W |
| County FIPS | 22089 |