Cheney, 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
7/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
8/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
6/10
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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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- 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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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- 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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Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
- local_library Schools
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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
174
332.4M (US)
Median Age
18.3 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.1%
64% (US)
College-Educated
33.7%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$101,932
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$326,700
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,015
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,045
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
100.0%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Lancaster County
4
Lincoln Metro Area
4
Nebraska
3
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Lancaster County
6
Lincoln Metro Area
6
Nebraska
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 6 | 24 |
| Feb | 1 | 6 | 29 |
| Mar | 2 | 4 | 40 |
| Apr | 3 | 1 | 51 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 61 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 72 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 77 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 74 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 66 |
| Oct | 2 | 1 | 53 |
| Nov | 2 | 2 | 39 |
| Dec | 1 | 6 | 27 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 47% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (47%) (48%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 41%Schools
Moore Middle School
<1 miles, W
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4.1
St Michael Catholic School
1 miles, W
Kloefkorn Elementary
1 miles, NE
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4.6
Lincoln Christian Elem/Jr-Sr
2 miles, N
•
4.6
Colleges
College of Hair Design-East Campus
<1 miles, N
•
1.4
Myotherapy Institute
4 miles, N
Union College
4 miles, N
•
1.9
Hospitals
Chi Health Nebraska Heart
<1 miles, N
•
5
Lincoln Surgical Hospital
5 miles, N
Bryan Medical Center
6 miles, N
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4.1
Chi Health St Elizabeth
6 miles, N
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3.2
Airports
Lincoln Airport
12 miles, NW
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1
Eppley Airfield
54 miles, NE
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2.8
Central Nebraska Regional Airport
91 miles, NW
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1
Manhattan Regional Airport
110 miles, SW
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1