Sarben, NE

Nebraska

Sarben is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 13.

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
13 Population 81/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $34,938 per capita
$325,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $325,000
15% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.4%
54% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population13
Median Age59.8 yrs
Density81/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans13.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$34,938
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$526M
Commute32 min

Housing

Home Value$325,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain19.6 in/yr
Elevation3,005 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.4%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 17%
Commute32 min
Broadband8.0%
Libraries2

Is Sarben a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sarben receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Sarben has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sarben is $325,000, 15% above the national median.

Education

15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Sarben experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.6 inches, including 26.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Sarben has a population of 13 with a density of 81 people per square mile. The median age is 59.8 years, 54% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

13
Total Population
81
People / sq mi
59.8yrs
Median Age
54% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%
Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Sarben vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Sarben vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sarben is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Sarben vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$34,938
Avg Weekly Wage$897
IRS Avg AGI$64,144

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)398
County GDP$526M

Business (County)

Restaurants44
Healthcare24
Retail48
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,793
8% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.0 min
Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home40.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sarben is $325,000, 15% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$325,000
15% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,793
8% above US avg
Effective Rate1.17%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death9,726/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access71.3%
Healthcare Facilities24

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Sarben has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.6°F
8% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.6 inches
48% below US avg
Snowfall26.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,005 ft (916 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density81/sq mi
Coordinates41.1663°N, 101.3044°W
County FIPS31101
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.9-point margin. 8.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.4%
D 17.4%

Winner: Republican by 63.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.4%
54% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density81/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access8.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants44
Retail Stores48

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.0 min
Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home40.0%

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