Living in Saunders County, Nebraska

Saunders County is a county in Nebraska with a population of around 21,016, part of the Omaha-Council Bluffs, NE-IA MSA metro area. The main communities are Wahoo, Ashland, Yutan.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $745/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $324K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 1.3%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 36°F) and hot summers (highs around 85°F). Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Saunders County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 41 and a predominantly working-class population (25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.