Cost of Living in Bruno, NE

With a cost of living index of 61, Bruno, NE is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 39% cheaper than the national average and 11% below the Nebraska state average of 72. Bruno is a small community of 100 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Bruno's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $738 (44% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $81,300 (73% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 2.4x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Bruno is $34,167, which is 55% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 26% of household income on rent. This is near the 30% threshold that financial experts generally consider the upper limit of affordability. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Bruno. The area sees an average annual temperature of 52.3°F, with summers averaging 76°F and winters around 28°F. Annual rainfall totals 29.3 inches spread over roughly 95 days. Cold winters mean higher heating bills, an important cost-of-living consideration.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.