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South Bend, NE

Nebraska · Metropolitan Area

South Bend is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 99. Residents earn $62,188 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
99 Population 1,100/sq mi density
$62,188 Median Income $30,610 per capita
$114,700 Home Value $378,547 Zillow
$925 Median Rent 16.3% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$62,188 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$114,700 home value, $925/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,188
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $114,700
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.3%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $925
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.7%
78% lower than US avg

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

People

Population99
Median Age58.2 yrs
Density1,100/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans94.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$62,188
Per Capita$30,610
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.7%
County GDP$13,671M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$114,700
Rent$925
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$378,547
Housing Units52
Rent Burden16.3%

Health

Obesity38.4%
Uninsured7.1%
Smoking11.8%
Depression17.7%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI32 (Good)
Rain32.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,045 ft (319 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.3%
High School+81.0%
Graduate+3.7%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 44%
Commute21 min
Broadband41.0%
Libraries7

Is South Bend a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, South Bend receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. South Bend offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in South Bend is $62,188, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in South Bend is $114,700, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $925 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

South Bend experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.3 inches, including 22.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

South Bend has a population of 99 with a density of 1,100 people per square mile. The median age is 58.2 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98%).

Population

99
Total Population
1,100
People / sq mi
58.2yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

South Bend vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

South Bend vs U.S. Average

The median household income in South Bend is $62,188, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: South Bend vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,188
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,610
Avg Weekly Wage$1,128
IRS Avg AGI$92,208

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.7%
78% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,552
County GDP$13,671M

Business (County)

Restaurants325
Healthcare437
Retail432
Manufacturing102

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,845
96% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.4 min
Drive Alone96.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in South Bend is $114,700, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $925 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $378,547.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$114,700
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$378,547

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$925
20% below US avg
Rent Burden16.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.2%
Housing Units52
Median Year Built1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,845
96% above US avg
Effective Rate5.97%
In South Bend, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. 11.8% are current smokers. 17.7% report depression. 21.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: South Bend vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.4%
20% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma8.7%
COPD4.5%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.8%
16% below US avg
Binge Drinking24.8%
Physical Inactivity21.4%
Depression17.7%
Mental Distress13.4%
Physical Distress10.0%
Short Sleep31.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate75.0%
Uninsured7.1%
17% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.2%
Dental Visits62.0%
Premature Death5,140/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access93.9%
Healthcare Facilities437
South Bend has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.3 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall22.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,045 ft (319 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density1,100/sq mi
Coordinates41.0036°N, 96.2485°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS31153
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.7-point margin. 41.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.2%
D 43.5%

Winner: Republican by 11.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.3%
75% below US avg
High School+81.0%
Graduate Degree+3.7%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,100/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access41.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities437
Restaurants325
Retail Stores432

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.4 min
Drive Alone96.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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