Spalding, NE

Nebraska

Spalding is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 389. Residents earn $54,250 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
389 Population 1,216/sq mi density
$54,250 Median Income $28,773 per capita
$92,200 Home Value $259,633 Zillow
$655 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$54,250 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$92,200 home value, $655/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,250
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $92,200
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.2%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $655
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.9%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.0%
68% lower than US avg

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

People

Population389
Median Age62.3 yrs
Density1,216/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A
Median Income$54,250
Per Capita$28,773
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty4.0%
County GDP$192M
Commute9 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$92,200
Rent$655
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$259,633

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.7%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain27.2 in/yr
Elevation1,909 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.2%
High School+99.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute9 min
Libraries2

Is Spalding a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Spalding receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Spalding offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Spalding is $54,250, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 9 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Spalding is $92,200, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $655 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Spalding experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.2 inches, including 26.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Spalding has a population of 389 with a density of 1,216 people per square mile. The median age is 62.3 years, 60% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.9%).

Population

389
Total Population
1,216
People / sq mi
62.3yrs
Median Age
60% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Spalding vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.9%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.1%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Spalding vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Spalding is $54,250, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 9 minutes.

Income: Spalding vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,250
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,773
Avg Weekly Wage$829
IRS Avg AGI$52,773

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.0%
68% below US avg
Establishments (County)121
County GDP$192M

Business (County)

Restaurants4
Healthcare3
Retail15
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time9.3 min
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Spalding is $92,200, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $655 (44% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $259,633.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$92,200
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$259,633

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$655
44% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.0%

Property Tax

In Spalding, 34.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.7% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.9%
9% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma9.1%
COPD6.1%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.6%
Physical Inactivity25.9%
Depression17.7%
Mental Distress15.4%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.1%
Checkup Rate71.2%
Premature Death6,009/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Healthcare Facilities3

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Spalding has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.3°F
11% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.2 inches
28% below US avg
Snowfall26.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,909 ft (582 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density1,216/sq mi
Coordinates41.6893°N, 98.3626°W
County FIPS31077
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 67.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.4%
D 15.6%

Winner: Republican by 67.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.2%
49% below US avg
High School+99.0%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,216/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants4
Retail Stores15

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute9.3 min
Work from Home6.1%

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