Grand Island Metro Area, 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
8/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
2/10
accessibility
Hospitals
2/10
- 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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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- 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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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- 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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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
76,619
332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.0 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.3%
64% (US)
College-Educated
20.9%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$67,397
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.2%
88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.6%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$201,600
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$590
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$736
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.4%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
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
Nebraska
4
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 5 | 24 |
| Feb | 1 | 5 | 28 |
| Mar | 2 | 5 | 38 |
| Apr | 2 | 1 | 50 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 61 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 70 |
| Jul | 3 | 0 | 75 |
| Aug | 3 | 0 | 73 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 64 |
| Oct | 2 | 1 | 52 |
| Nov | 1 | 3 | 37 |
| Dec | 1 | 5 | 26 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 30% of residents leaning left and 65% leaning right.
Liberal (30%) (66%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 68%Schools
St Libory Elementary School
1 miles, NE
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3.2
1r Elementary
6 miles, SW
•
3.7
Northwest High School
9 miles, SW
•
3.7
Knickrehm Elementary School
10 miles, S
•
2.3
Colleges
Central Community College
13 miles, S
•
1.4
Hastings College
34 miles, SW
•
2.8
York College
44 miles, SE
•
1.9
University of Nebraska at Kearney
46 miles, W
•
2.3
Hospitals
Howard County Medical Center
10 miles, N
•
4.1
Chi Health St Francis
11 miles, S
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2.3
Merrick Medical Center
19 miles, E
Memorial Hospital
24 miles, SE
•
3.2
Airports
Central Nebraska Regional Airport
9 miles, S
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1
Kearney Regional Airport
41 miles, W
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1
Lincoln Airport
86 miles, SE
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1
North Platte Regional Airport-Lee Bird Field
120 miles, NW
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1