Gosper County, NE

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
1,929 332.4M (US)
Median Age
49.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
28.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$79,145 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$202,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$570 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$522 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
52.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lexington Urban Area
2
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

Lexington Urban Area
2
Nebraska
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 5 26
Feb 1 5 29
Mar 1 4 38
Apr 2 2 49
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 3 0 75
Aug 3 0 73
Sep 2 0 64
Oct 2 1 51
Nov 1 3 38
Dec 1 4 26

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 21% of residents leaning left and 75% leaning right.

Liberal (21%) (76%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 80%
Hillary Clinton 16%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, NE State Senate District 44, NE
See all legislative districts in this place

Schools

Elwood High School
6 miles, N • 4.1 star
Elwood Elementary School
6 miles, N • 2.8 star
Bertrand Elementary School
10 miles, E • 1.9 star
Bertrand High School
10 miles, E • 2.8 star
Browse all schools near Lexington Urban Area

Colleges

University of Nebraska at Kearney
40 miles, E • 2.3 star
Mid-Plains Community College
64 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Hastings College
76 miles, E • 2.8 star
Browse all colleges near Lexington Urban Area

Hospitals

Lexington Regional Health Center
19 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Phelps Memorial Health Center
24 miles, SE • 5 star
Browse all hospitals near Lexington Urban Area

Airports

Kearney Regional Airport
45 miles, E • 1 star
Hays Regional Airport
119 miles, S • 1 star
Browse all airports near Lexington Urban Area