Median Income
$46,827
38% lower than US avg
Home Value
$97,500
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.3%
73% lower than US avg
How Sidney Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population104
Median Age54.3 yrs
Density800/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans91.0%
Economy
B+
Median Income$46,827
Per Capita$28,800
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$7,836M
Commute22 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$97,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity37.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.5 in/yr
Elevation915 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+68.7%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute22 min
Broadband47.0%
Libraries6
Is Sidney a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Sidney receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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. Sidney offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Sidney is $46,827, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Sidney is $97,500, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 68.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Sidney experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Sidney has a population of 104 with a density of 800 people per square mile. The median age is 54.3 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
54.3yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 89.5% |
| 14% above US avg |
| Spanish | 10.5% |
| 22% below US avg |
The median household income in Sidney is $46,827, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $46,827 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,800 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,133 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $77,961 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.3% |
| 73% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,157 |
| County GDP | $7,836M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 180 |
| Healthcare | 173 |
| Retail | 284 |
| Manufacturing | 181 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,375 |
| 25% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.49% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 100.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Sidney is $97,500, 65% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $97,500 |
| 65% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,375 |
| 25% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.49% |
In Sidney, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.5% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Sidney vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.4% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.1% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.9% |
| Depression | 24.5% |
| Mental Distress | 17.6% |
| Physical Distress | 12.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 85.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.8% |
| Premature Death | 9,156/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 59.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 173 |
Crime Rates: Sidney vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
Safety Score
Sidney has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 50.1°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 40.5 inches |
| 7% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 915 ft (279 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 800/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.1050°N, 85.7429°W |
| County FIPS | 18085 |