Sunol, NE

Nebraska

Sunol is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 132. Residents earn $38,490 per year, which is 49% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
132 Population 60/sq mi density
$38,490 Median Income $21,671 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.8 / 5.0
$38,490 median income, 21.6% unemployment
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
29.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,490
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.1%
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 21.6%
500% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.1%
70% higher than US avg

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

People

Population132
Median Age69.1 yrs
Density60/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

D
Median Income$38,490
Per Capita$21,671
Unemployment21.6%
Poverty21.1%
County GDP$88M
Commute12 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain18.9 in/yr
Elevation3,924 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.1%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 15%
Commute12 min
Broadband61.0%
Libraries2

Is Sunol a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sunol receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Sunol has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sunol is $38,490, 49% below the national average of $75,149. At 21.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 21.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

29.1% 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

Sunol experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Sunol has a population of 132 with a density of 60 people per square mile. The median age is 69.1 years, 78% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

132
Total Population
60
People / sq mi
69.1yrs
Median Age
78% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.4%
Female 38.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Sunol vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Sunol vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sunol is $38,490, which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 21.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Sunol vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,490
49% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,671
Avg Weekly Wage$761
IRS Avg AGI$57,699

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment21.6%
500% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.1%
70% above US avg
Establishments (County)78
County GDP$88M

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Retail11

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time11.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.5%
Premature Death7,402/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access60.1%

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Sunol has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.9°F
9% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.9 inches
50% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,924 ft (1,196 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²)
Population Density60/sq mi
Coordinates41.1541°N, 102.7627°W
County FIPS31049
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 29.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.4-point margin. 61.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.3%
D 14.9%

Winner: Republican by 68.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.1%
14% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density60/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access61.0%
Public Libraries2
Restaurants7
Retail Stores11

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute11.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

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