Friend, 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
5/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
6/10
accessibility
Hospitals
5/10
- 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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Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- 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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Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
1,085
332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.4 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.4%
64% (US)
College-Educated
27.7%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$84,861
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.1%
88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.1%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$171,200
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$648
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$525
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
72.1%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Saline County
3
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
Saline County
2
Nebraska
4
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 5 | 25 |
| Feb | 1 | 5 | 29 |
| Mar | 2 | 4 | 40 |
| Apr | 3 | 1 | 51 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 62 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 72 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 76 |
| Aug | 3 | 0 | 74 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 66 |
| Oct | 2 | 1 | 53 |
| Nov | 1 | 2 | 39 |
| Dec | 1 | 5 | 27 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place leans red, with 43% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (43%) (52%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 60%Schools
Friend Elementary School
<1 miles, NW
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4.1
Friend High Schools
<1 miles, NW
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3.7
Exeter-Milligan High School
8 miles, W
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3.2
Exeter-Milligan Elem-Exeter
8 miles, W
Colleges
Doane University
18 miles, SE
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2.3
Concordia University-Nebraska
21 miles, NE
•
2.3
York College
22 miles, NW
•
1.9
College of Hair Design-Downtown
32 miles, E
•
1.4
Hospitals
Warren Memorial Hospital
<1 miles, NE
Fillmore County Hospital
18 miles, W
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4.1
Crete Area Medical Center
18 miles, SE
Memorial Health Care Systems
20 miles, NE
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3.2
Airports
Lincoln Airport
31 miles, E
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1
Central Nebraska Regional Airport
58 miles, NW
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1
Eppley Airfield
85 miles, E
•
2.8
Kearney Regional Airport
90 miles, NW
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1