Fordyce, NE

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
234 332.4M (US)
Median Age
31.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
80.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
28.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$81,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$101,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$482 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$616 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
91.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cedar County
1
Nebraska
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Cedar County
1
Nebraska
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 21
Feb 1 6 25
Mar 2 6 36
Apr 3 3 49
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 3 0 75
Aug 3 0 73
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 2 1 51
Nov 1 6 36
Dec 1 6 23

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 20% of residents leaning left and 76% leaning right.

Liberal (20%) (76%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 83%
Hillary Clinton 11%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, NE State Senate District 40, NE
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Schools

Crofton Elementary School
7 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Cedar Catholic High School
8 miles, S • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Mount Marty College
12 miles, N • 1.9 star
University of South Dakota
23 miles, E • 2.3 star
Wayne State College
36 miles, S • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Avera Sacred Heart Hospital
12 miles, N • 5 star
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Airports

Joe Foss Field
69 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Eppley Airfield
122 miles, S • 2.8 star
Central Nebraska Regional Airport
129 miles, SW • 1 star
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