What are the schools like in Spalding, NE?

Spalding is served primarily by RIVERSIDE PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 8.5:1.

What is the median household income in Spalding?

The median household income in Spalding, NE is $51,250 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 6.0%.

What is the weather like in Spalding, NE?

Spalding has an average high temperature of 34.0°F in January and 86.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 34.0 inches.

Spalding, NE Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Spalding, NE affordable or expensive?

Spalding's cost of living index is 87, where 100 represents the national average. This means Spalding is 13% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $85,200 and the median rent is $760 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Spalding, NE?

Crime rate data for Spalding is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Spalding, NE a Good Place to Live?

Spalding is a small town of 379 in Nebraska, with a median household income of $51,250 and a 6.0% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 87 (US average = 100), which is 13% below the national average.

Strengths: Spalding stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Spalding is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Spalding city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 87.2

Spalding's overall cost of living index is 87.2, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Spalding costs roughly 13% less than the average American city.

Metric	Spalding, NE	National Avg
Median Home Value	$85,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$760	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	88.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$51,250	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Spalding is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Spalding is served primarily by RIVERSIDE PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.5:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Spalding, NE	National Avg
School District	RIVERSIDE PUBLIC SCHOOLS	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	8.5:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	17.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	96.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Spalding sees average highs of 34.0°F in January and 86.5°F in July, with 26.2 inches of annual precipitation and 34.0 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Spalding, NE
Average High — January	34.0°F
Average High — July	86.5°F
Annual Precipitation	26.2"
Annual Snowfall	34.0"

Demographics

Metric	Spalding, NE	National Avg
Population	379	—
Median Age	62.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	11.7 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	96.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	4.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	17.4%	22.2%
65 and over	39.6%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Primrose, NE 8 mi Greeley Center, NE 13 mi Cedar Rapids, NE 14 mi Loretto, NE 15 mi Bartlett, NE 17 mi

ZIP Codes in Spalding

Spalding, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code:

68665

Spalding vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Spalding, NE affordable or expensive?

Spalding's cost of living index is 87, where 100 is the national average. That makes Spalding roughly 13% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $85,200 and median rent is $760/month.

What is the crime rate in Spalding, NE?

Crime data for Spalding is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Spalding?

Public schools in Spalding are operated by RIVERSIDE PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The district has 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.5:1. 17.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Spalding, NE a good place to live?

Spalding, NE has a population of 379, a median household income of $51,250, and an unemployment rate of 6.0%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Spalding?

Spalding averages 34.0°F in January and 86.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 26.2 inches with about 34.0 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Spalding?

Spalding, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code: 68665.

What is the population of Spalding?

The population of Spalding, Nebraska is 379 with a median age of 62.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Spalding?

Key numbers for living in Spalding: cost of living index 87 (100 = US average), median home $85,200, median household income $51,250, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Spalding side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.