Ashton, 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
9/10
visibility
Safety
10/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
4/10
- 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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Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.
Residents
Population
213
332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.8 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.3%
64% (US)
College-Educated
10.8%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$57,750
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.2%
88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$72,000
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$513
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$380
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.5%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Sherman County
1
Nebraska
3
United States
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Sherman County
1
Nebraska
4
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 6 | 25 |
| Feb | 1 | 6 | 27 |
| Mar | 2 | 5 | 38 |
| Apr | 3 | 1 | 48 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 58 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 69 |
| Jul | 3 | 0 | 74 |
| Aug | 3 | 0 | 72 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 63 |
| Oct | 2 | 1 | 50 |
| Nov | 1 | 3 | 36 |
| Dec | 1 | 5 | 26 |
Hazards
Blizzard
Excessive Heat Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.
Liberal (32%) (64%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 74%Schools
Loup City Elementary School
9 miles, NW
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2.3
Loup City High School
9 miles, NW
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3.2
Elba Secondary School
12 miles, E
•
2.8
Elba Elementary School
12 miles, E
•
2.8
Colleges
Central Community College
33 miles, S
•
1.4
University of Nebraska at Kearney
41 miles, SW
•
2.3
Hastings College
50 miles, S
•
2.8
York College
68 miles, SE
•
1.9
Hospitals
Howard County Medical Center
17 miles, SE
•
4.1
Valley County Health System
26 miles, N
•
3.2
Chi Health St Francis
31 miles, S
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2.3
Chi Health Good Samaritan
40 miles, SW
•
3.2
Airports
Central Nebraska Regional Airport
32 miles, SE
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1
Kearney Regional Airport
38 miles, SW
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1
North Platte Regional Airport-Lee Bird Field
99 miles, W
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1
Lincoln Airport
110 miles, SE
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1