Sutherland, NE

Nebraska

Sutherland is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 1,224. Residents earn $73,750 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,224 Population 942/sq mi density
$73,750 Median Income $42,321 per capita
$176,500 Home Value $221,152 Zillow
$580 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$73,750 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$176,500 home value, $580/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,750
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $176,500
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.2%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $580
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.5%
72% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,224
Median Age47.6 yrs
Density942/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A+
Median Income$73,750
Per Capita$42,321
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty3.5%
County GDP$526M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$176,500
Rent$580
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$221,152

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.0%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain19.6 in/yr
Elevation2,956 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.2%
High School+93.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 17%
Commute21 min
Libraries2

Is Sutherland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sutherland receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Sutherland stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sutherland is $73,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 3.5% 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 Sutherland is $176,500, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $580 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x 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%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Sutherland 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.

Sutherland has a population of 1,224 with a density of 942 people per square mile. The median age is 47.6 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.3%).

Population

1,224
Total Population
942
People / sq mi
47.6yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.9%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Sutherland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sutherland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sutherland is $73,750, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Sutherland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,750
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,321
Avg Weekly Wage$897
IRS Avg AGI$64,144

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.5%
72% 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 Rate2.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.9 min
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Sutherland is $176,500, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $580 (50% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $221,152.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$176,500
37% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$221,152

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$580
50% 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-Occupied71.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,793
8% above US avg
Effective Rate2.15%
In Sutherland, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.0% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.4%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.7%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression20.0%
Mental Distress15.6%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.6%
Checkup Rate72.5%
Premature Death9,726/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Sutherland 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

Elevation2,956 ft (901 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density942/sq mi
Coordinates41.1601°N, 101.1227°W
County FIPS31101
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 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 63.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.4%
D 17.4%

Winner: Republican by 63.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.2%
49% below US avg
High School+93.0%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density942/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants44
Retail Stores48

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.9 min
Work from Home2.5%

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