What are the schools like in Sutton, NE?

Sutton is served primarily by SUTTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.3:1.

What is the median household income in Sutton?

The median household income in Sutton, NE is $67,865 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 1.3%.

What is the weather like in Sutton, NE?

Sutton has an average high temperature of 35.4°F in January and 87.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 23.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Sutton, NE affordable or expensive?

Sutton's cost of living index is 90, where 100 represents the national average. This means Sutton is 10% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $142,400 and the median rent is $818 per month.

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

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

Is Sutton, NE a Good Place to Live?

Sutton is a small town of 1,384 in Nebraska, with a median household income of $67,865 and a 1.3% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 90 (US average = 100), which is 10% below the national average.

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

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Sutton is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Sutton 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: 90.4

Sutton's overall cost of living index is 90.4, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Sutton costs roughly 10% less than the average American city.

Metric	Sutton, NE	National Avg
Median Home Value	$142,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$818	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	82.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$67,865	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Sutton is served primarily by SUTTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.3:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Sutton, NE	National Avg
School District	SUTTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	26.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	93.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Sutton sees average highs of 35.4°F in January and 87.2°F in July, with 27.4 inches of annual precipitation and 23.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Sutton, NE
Average High — January	35.4°F
Average High — July	87.2°F
Annual Precipitation	27.4"
Annual Snowfall	23.2"

Demographics

Metric	Sutton, NE	National Avg
Population	1,384	—
Median Age	44.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	1.3%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	16.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	95.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.4%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.9%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	19.9%	22.2%
65 and over	23.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Saronville, NE 4 mi Grafton, NE 8 mi Stockham, NE 9 mi Lushton, NE 11 mi Clay Center, NE 12 mi

ZIP Codes in Sutton

Sutton, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code:

68979

Sutton vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sutton, NE affordable or expensive?

Sutton's cost of living index is 90, where 100 is the national average. That makes Sutton roughly 10% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $142,400 and median rent is $818/month.

What is the crime rate in Sutton, NE?

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

What are the schools like in Sutton?

Public schools in Sutton are operated by SUTTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.3:1. 26.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Sutton, NE a good place to live?

Sutton, NE has a population of 1,384, a median household income of $67,865, and an unemployment rate of 1.3%. 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 Sutton?

Sutton averages 35.4°F in January and 87.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 27.4 inches with about 23.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Sutton?

Sutton, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code: 68979.

What is the population of Sutton?

The population of Sutton, Nebraska is 1,384 with a median age of 44.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Sutton?

Key numbers for living in Sutton: cost of living index 90 (100 = US average), median home $142,400, median household income $67,865, schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Sutton side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.