Emerald, NE

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 10/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 9/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Commuter’s Dream. The area offers extremely short and efficient commutes, with minimal travel times and excellent accessibility.
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
5 332.4M (US)
Median Age
28.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
0.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$75,000 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
0 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$243,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$633 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,130 $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 5 24
Feb 1 6 29
Mar 2 4 40
Apr 3 1 51
May 4 0 62
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 4 0 75
Sep 3 0 66
Oct 2 1 53
Nov 1 2 39
Dec 1 5 27

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 56%
Hillary Clinton 38%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, NE State Senate District 21, NE
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Schools

Arnold Elementary School
4 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Roper Elementary School
5 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Lakeview Elementary School
5 miles, E • 1.9 star
West Lincoln Elementary School
6 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Colleges

College of Hair Design-Downtown
7 miles, SE • 1.4 star
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
7 miles, E • 2.8 star
Purdue University Global-Lincoln
7 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Bryan Medical Center
10 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Chi Health St Elizabeth
11 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Lincoln Airport
5 miles, E • 1 star
Eppley Airfield
60 miles, E • 2.8 star
Central Nebraska Regional Airport
78 miles, NW • 1 star
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