Creston, 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
8/10
local_airport
Airports
4/10
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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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- 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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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
149
332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.4 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
50.0%
64% (US)
College-Educated
16.0%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$49,722
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
98.5%
88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$195,500
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$450
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$560
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.8%
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 | 6 | 22 |
| 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 | 5 | 24 |
Hazards
Blizzard
Excessive Heat Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 21% of residents leaning left and 76% leaning right.
Liberal (21%) (76%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 81%Schools
St Johns Lutheran School
6 miles, SW
Leigh Elementary School
6 miles, E
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3.7
St Francis Schools
7 miles, W
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4.6
Leigh High School
7 miles, SE
•
4.1
Colleges
Northeast Community College
24 miles, N
•
1.9
Wayne State College
41 miles, NE
•
1.9
Midland University
49 miles, SE
•
2.3
La'James International College
49 miles, SE
•
1.4
Hospitals
Columbus Community Hospital
18 miles, SW
•
4.1
Faith Regional Health Services
23 miles, N
•
3.2
Chi Health Schuyler
24 miles, S
Genoa Community Hospital
26 miles, W
Airports
Lincoln Airport
67 miles, S
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1
Sioux Gateway Airport-Brig Gen Bud Day Field
69 miles, E
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1
Central Nebraska Regional Airport
71 miles, SW
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1
Eppley Airfield
81 miles, SE
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2.8