Brainard, NE

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
279 332.4M (US)
Median Age
50.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$73,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$158,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$655 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$417 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Butler 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

Butler County
1
Nebraska
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 23
Feb 1 6 27
Mar 2 4 38
Apr 3 1 50
May 4 0 61
Jun 5 0 71
Jul 3 0 76
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 2 1 52
Nov 2 2 38
Dec 1 5 25

Hazards

Blizzard

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 24% of residents leaning left and 72% leaning right.

Liberal (24%) (72%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 78%
Hillary Clinton 16%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, NE State Senate District 23, NE
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Schools

Elementary School at Brainard
<1 miles, E • 3.7 star
High School at Brainard
<1 miles, E • 3.2 star
Elementary School at Dwight
7 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Aquinas Middle High School
8 miles, NW • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Concordia University-Nebraska
19 miles, SW • 2.3 star
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
30 miles, S • 2.8 star
College of Hair Design-Downtown
30 miles, S • 1.4 star
Nebraska Wesleyan University
30 miles, S • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Butler County Health Care Center
8 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Memorial Health Care Systems
19 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Lincoln Airport
26 miles, S • 1 star
Eppley Airfield
58 miles, E • 2.8 star
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