Clarkson, NE

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
609 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
52.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
16.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$64,219 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$74,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$390 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$506 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
69.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Colfax County
1
Columbus 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

Colfax County
1
Columbus Urban Area
3
Nebraska
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 5 21
Feb 1 6 26
Mar 2 5 36
Apr 3 2 49
May 4 0 60
Jun 5 0 70
Jul 3 0 74
Aug 3 0 72
Sep 3 0 63
Oct 2 1 50
Nov 1 4 36
Dec 1 6 24

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 25% of residents leaning left and 71% leaning right.

Liberal (25%) (71%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 75%
Hillary Clinton 19%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Clarkson Jr-Sr High School
<1 miles, SW • 3.7 star
Clarkson Elementary School
<1 miles, SW • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Northeast Community College
27 miles, N • 1.9 star
Wayne State College
36 miles, NE • 1.9 star
La'James International College
38 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Midland University
38 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

St Francis Memorial Hospital
23 miles, E • 4.1 star
Columbus Community Hospital
23 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Faith Regional Health Services
27 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Airports

Lincoln Airport
63 miles, S • 1 star
Eppley Airfield
70 miles, SE • 2.8 star
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