Amherst, NE
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
10/10
local_library
Schools
7/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
2/10
accessibility
Hospitals
5/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
273
332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.8 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.3%
64% (US)
College-Educated
35.9%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$67,917
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.3%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$169,600
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$395
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$483
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
78.6%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Buffalo County
3
Kearney Urban Area
2
Nebraska
3
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Buffalo County
4
Kearney Urban Area
4
Nebraska
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 0 | 5 | 26 |
| Feb | 1 | 5 | 29 |
| Mar | 2 | 4 | 39 |
| Apr | 2 | 2 | 49 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 60 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 70 |
| Jul | 3 | 0 | 75 |
| Aug | 3 | 0 | 73 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 64 |
| Oct | 2 | 1 | 51 |
| Nov | 1 | 3 | 38 |
| Dec | 1 | 4 | 27 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 19% of residents leaning left and 77% leaning right.
Liberal (19%) (77%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 80%Schools
Amherst High School
<1 miles, SE
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4.1
Amherst Elementary School
<1 miles, SE
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4.6
Elm Creek High School
10 miles, SW
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3.2
Elm Creek Elementary School
10 miles, SW
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3.2
Colleges
University of Nebraska at Kearney
13 miles, S
•
2.3
Central Community College
47 miles, E
•
1.4
Hastings College
50 miles, SE
•
2.8
Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture
66 miles, W
•
2.8
Hospitals
Chi Health Good Samaritan
13 miles, SE
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3.2
Kearney Regional Medical Center
13 miles, S
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3.2
Lexington Regional Health Center
26 miles, W
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4.1
Phelps Memorial Health Center
28 miles, SW
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5
Airports
Kearney Regional Airport
16 miles, SE
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1
Central Nebraska Regional Airport
51 miles, E
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1
North Platte Regional Airport-Lee Bird Field
76 miles, NW
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1
Lincoln Airport
131 miles, E
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1