Bruning is a village located in Thayer County, in the state of Nebraska (NE), United States. Nestled in the West North Central division of the Midwest region, it covers an area of 0.3 square miles (1.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 1582 ft. With a population of approximately 300 residents, Bruning offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 44% males and 56% females, and it has a population density of 71.43 people per square mile (413.68/km²). Bruning lies at a latitude of 40.34 and a longitude of -97.56, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (3%), followed by English (6.3%), German (56.7%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 68322.