Columbus, NE

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
24,188 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$67,212 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
16 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$198,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$582 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$746 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Platte County
2
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

Platte County
4
Columbus Urban Area
3
Nebraska
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 5 22
Feb 1 6 27
Mar 2 5 38
Apr 2 1 50
May 4 0 61
Jun 5 0 71
Jul 2 0 75
Aug 2 0 73
Sep 2 0 64
Oct 2 1 52
Nov 1 2 37
Dec 1 5 25

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 21% of residents leaning left and 74% leaning right.

Liberal (21%) (75%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 75%
Hillary Clinton 19%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, NE State Senate District 22, NE
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Schools

Emerson Elementary School
<1 miles, S • 2.8 star
Columbus Middle School
<1 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Concordia University-Nebraska
39 miles, S • 2.3 star
York College
41 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Northeast Community College
42 miles, N • 1.9 star
Midland University
45 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Columbus Community Hospital
2 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Butler County Health Care Center
18 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Lincoln Airport
51 miles, S • 1 star
Eppley Airfield
76 miles, SE • 2.8 star
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